Short Riddles

Short riddles with answers are most often just one or two sentences long. But don’t be fooled, these short riddles could be very tricky as well.

I Have Branches

I have branches but no fruit or leaves. What am I?

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Eggs in Empty Basket

How many eggs can you put in an empty basket one foot in diameter?

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Two Cent Stamps in a Dozen

How many two cent stamps are there in a dozen?

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Children of Mr Smith

Mr. Smith has 4 daughters. Each of his daughters has a brother. How many children does Mr. Smith have?

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Bottom at the Top

What has a bottom at the top?

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