FAMOUS RIDDLES

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Listed are some cool facts about some of the most important riddles in the history of mankind:
  • The "Missing Dollar Riddle" is a renowned riddle that is believed to date back to the 1930s.
  • Samson's riddle was proposed to the Philistines at a banquet, according to the bible.
  • One of the most famed riddles ever has an answer that involves "being a coffin".
  • Some riddles have become famous because they don't have an unequivocal answer, and continue to baffle people for years to come.
  • Edward Elgar's Enigma is a puzzle that draws debate to this day. It was created in the late 1800's.

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    Writing Desk

    Why is a raven like a writing desk?
    Why is a raven like a writing desk?
    Hint:
    Because neither is ever approached without caws.
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    Mad Hatter Riddle 
    Solved: 19%
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    Squealing Rat

    What squeals louder than a caught rat?
    Hint:
    Several caught rats
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    Batman Riddles 
    Solved: 80%
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    Roots That Nobody Sees

    What has roots as nobody sees,
    Is taller than trees,
    Up, up it goes,
    And yet never grows?
    Hint:
    One of Gollums riddles for Bilbo. The answer is mountain.
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    The Hobbit Riddles 
    Solved: 40%

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