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Here are some cool facts about riddles that may help get those brain juices flowing:
"What am I" riddles are one of the oldest types of riddle, and are seen in various pieces of historical literature.
Many teachers love to use riddles of the "What am I" variety, to help make sure their students are paying attention and engaging in the lessons.
These types of riddles are some of the most common, and some of the most frustrating.
African scholar Isidore Okpewho defines the riddle as a problem or puzzle is presented by a statement, and also when a response is offered in response to this problem or challenge.
Mind tricks in the form of riddle almost always attempt to swindle it's audience with tricky wordplay.
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Helpful Gas Riddle
Hint:
Most People Dread Me Riddle
And the beginning of your school week
Most people dread my arrival, while some are happy to see me
What am I?
Hint:
A Place With Nothing There Riddle
I have towns but no houses
Rivers but no water
Forests but no trees
And mountains but no rocks.
What am I?
Rivers but no water
Forests but no trees
And mountains but no rocks.
What am I?
Hint: I show you where they are.
Passing The Sun Riddle
Hint:
Hindu God Shiva Riddle
My first three is another name for the Hindu god Shiva.
My last four create something to wear.
Together I might use a scythe.
What am I?
My last four create something to wear.
Together I might use a scythe.
What am I?
Hint:
Harvest.
Har is another name for Shiva.
A vest is something you wear.
And a harvest might use a scythe. Did you answer this riddle correctly?
YES NO
Har is another name for Shiva.
A vest is something you wear.
And a harvest might use a scythe. Did you answer this riddle correctly?
YES NO
Brightening The Day Riddle
I beam, shine and sparkle white,
I brighten the day with a single light.
I charm and enchant one and all,
I can counter the darkest pall.
What am I?
I brighten the day with a single light.
I charm and enchant one and all,
I can counter the darkest pall.
What am I?
Hint:
Honest Rotten Crooks Riddle
I was born in the 18th century, yet still live on today. Appearing on TV when I have something to say. Called everything from "honest" to a dirty rotten "crook", I used to wear a wig, but have had several looks. I've always had a party, but never disturb the neighbors. I've been shot at many times - major stories for the papers. What am I?
Hint:
I Have A Source Riddle
I have a source but Im not a journalist
I have a delta but Im not a Greek alphabet
I have banks on both sides of me but Im not surrounded by money
I flow but Im not a bloodstream
Im full of water but Im not a fish tank
What am I?
I have a delta but Im not a Greek alphabet
I have banks on both sides of me but Im not surrounded by money
I flow but Im not a bloodstream
Im full of water but Im not a fish tank
What am I?
Hint:
A Body Of Water Riddle
I sometimes start on mountains
As they can serve as my source
Im a body of water
Which can flow with lots of force
What am I?
As they can serve as my source
Im a body of water
Which can flow with lots of force
What am I?
Hint:
Working With Precision Riddle
Those who are great I have made great,
Those who are failures I have made failures.
I am not a machine, but I work with all of the precision of a machine,
Plus the intelligence of a person.
What am I?
Those who are failures I have made failures.
I am not a machine, but I work with all of the precision of a machine,
Plus the intelligence of a person.
What am I?
Hint:
I Fall And Pour Riddle
I fall but I dont get hurt
I pour but Im not a jug
I come before the word bow but Im not hair
I help plants grow but Im not the sun
I can make you wet but Im not a bath
I pour but Im not a jug
I come before the word bow but Im not hair
I help plants grow but Im not the sun
I can make you wet but Im not a bath
Hint:
Melting In The Sun Riddle
You might love me in summer but I never like the sun. The hotter the weather, the softer I get. What am I?
Hint:
Catching Fire Riddle
Burning brightly, almost catching fire,
The colder it is the hotter Ill be.
Then I die.
What am I?
Hint:
Fall leaves changing colors. Burning with bright colors, when its cold outside the brighter the colors are. Did you answer this riddle correctly?
YES NO
YES NO
I Usually Fall Down Riddle
Hint:
Made Of Grass, Sticks And Mud Riddle
I can often be found sitting up in a tree. I am made of grass, sticks or mud. I keep feathered families safe. What am I?
Hint: Birds live in this.
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1. I'm often found on a bike but never go anywhere, who am I? Answer: A stationary cyclist.
2. Many people throw me away, but the only way to keep me is to give me away, who am I? Answer: A kiss.
3. I may be slimy, but you'll find me in the garden and in a French delicacy, who am I? Answer: A snail.
4. I'm soft and cuddly, and can be a fire hazard if not handled properly, who am I? Answer: A stuffed animal.
5. I can be black or white, and am often found taking notes in court, who am I? Answer: A stenographer.
6. I'm always in a hole, yet I hold things up, who am I? Answer: A doughnut.
7. I may not have eyes, but I can see a lot and travel far, who am I? Answer: A camera.
8. I'm round and I have a hole in the middle, and I can be both sweet or savory, who am I? Answer: A bagel.
9. I'm flat and have wings, but I'm not an airplane, who am I? Answer: A pizza.
10. You can put me in your pocket, but I'm not money, who am I? Answer: A handkerchief.
11. I have a tail and can be fluffy, people often think I'm smelly, who am I? Answer: A skunk.
12. I'm small but mighty, and I can be used to connect multiple devices, who am I? Answer: A USB cable.
13. You can find me in a garden or a salad, but I'm not a flower, who am I? Answer: A radish.
14. I'm slippery and slimy, but I'm essential for fishing, who am I? Answer: Bait.
15. People love to pop me, but I'm not bubble wrap, who am I? Answer: Popcorn.
16. I'm often used for protection, but I can also be a fashion accessory, who am I? Answer: Sunglasses.
17. I'm often worn on your feet, and I come in many shapes and sizes, who am I? Answer: Shoes.
18. I'm delicious with peanut butter, but I'm not bread, who am I? Answer: Jelly.
19. I can be found in the ocean or on a plate, but I'm not a fish, who am I? Answer: Seaweed.
20. You can eat me with a spoon, but I'm not soup, who am I? Answer: Ice cream.
21. I come in many colors and can make a loud noise, but I'm not a rainbow, who am I? Answer: Fireworks.
22. I'm found in the forest and can be used to make furniture, who am I? Answer: Wood.
23. I'm often used for communication, and I come in many shapes and sizes, who am I? Answer: Phone.
24. I'm found in the sky and can be shaped into different animals, who am I? Answer: Cloud.
25. I can be salty or sweet, but I'm not popcorn, who am I? Answer: Pretzel.
26. I'm caused by friction and can make things spark, who am I? Answer: Fire.
27. I'm used on a cold night, but I'm not a blanket, who am I? Answer: Heater.
28. I'm responsible for making breakfast, but I'm not a chef, who am I? Answer: Toaster.
29. I'm found in the ocean and can be delicious on a plate, who am I? Answer: Crab.
30. I'm used for drinking, but I'm not a cup, who am I? Answer: Straw.
31. I'm used to keep food fresh, but I'm not a fridge, who am I? Answer: Zip lock bag.
32. I can be used for cooking, but I'm not a pot, who am I? Answer: Oven.
33. I'm often used for baking, but I'm not flour, who am I? Answer: Baking powder.
34. I'm used for keeping time but I'm not a clock, who am I? Answer: Watch.
35. I'm used to carry things, but I'm not a bag, who am I? Answer: Backpack.
36. I can be used for cleaning, but I'm not soap, who am I? Answer: Detergent.
37. You can see through me, but I'm not a window, who am I? Answer: Contact lens.
38. I'm found in the sand and can be made into castles, who am I? Answer: Sandcastle.
39. I'm used for music, but I'm not a guitar, who am I? Answer: Keyboard.
40. I'm used for seeing in the dark, but I'm not a flashlight, who am I? Answer: Night vision goggles.
41. I'm used for keeping clothes clean, but I'm not a washing machine, who am I? Answer: Dryer sheet.
42. I'm often used for sports, but I'm not a ball, who am I? Answer: Sneakers.
43. I'm used for cutting, but I'm not a knife, who am I? Answer: Scissors.
44. I'm used to keep things organized, but I'm not a folder, who am I? Answer: Binder.
45. I'm used for making things cold, but I'm not a fridge, who am I? Answer: Freezer.
46. I'm used for making ice cream, but I'm not a bowl, who am I? Answer: Ice cream maker.
47. I'm used for drinking coffee, but I'm not a cup, who am I? Answer: Mug.
48. I'm used for making toast, but I'm not a toaster, who am I? Answer: Bread.
49. I'm used for painting, but I'm not a brush, who am I? Answer: Palette.
50. I'm used for writing, but I'm not a pen, who am I? Answer: Pencil.
1. I'm often found on a bike but never go anywhere, who am I? Answer: A stationary cyclist.
2. Many people throw me away, but the only way to keep me is to give me away, who am I? Answer: A kiss.
3. I may be slimy, but you'll find me in the garden and in a French delicacy, who am I? Answer: A snail.
4. I'm soft and cuddly, and can be a fire hazard if not handled properly, who am I? Answer: A stuffed animal.
5. I can be black or white, and am often found taking notes in court, who am I? Answer: A stenographer.
6. I'm always in a hole, yet I hold things up, who am I? Answer: A doughnut.
7. I may not have eyes, but I can see a lot and travel far, who am I? Answer: A camera.
8. I'm round and I have a hole in the middle, and I can be both sweet or savory, who am I? Answer: A bagel.
9. I'm flat and have wings, but I'm not an airplane, who am I? Answer: A pizza.
10. You can put me in your pocket, but I'm not money, who am I? Answer: A handkerchief.
11. I have a tail and can be fluffy, people often think I'm smelly, who am I? Answer: A skunk.
12. I'm small but mighty, and I can be used to connect multiple devices, who am I? Answer: A USB cable.
13. You can find me in a garden or a salad, but I'm not a flower, who am I? Answer: A radish.
14. I'm slippery and slimy, but I'm essential for fishing, who am I? Answer: Bait.
15. People love to pop me, but I'm not bubble wrap, who am I? Answer: Popcorn.
16. I'm often used for protection, but I can also be a fashion accessory, who am I? Answer: Sunglasses.
17. I'm often worn on your feet, and I come in many shapes and sizes, who am I? Answer: Shoes.
18. I'm delicious with peanut butter, but I'm not bread, who am I? Answer: Jelly.
19. I can be found in the ocean or on a plate, but I'm not a fish, who am I? Answer: Seaweed.
20. You can eat me with a spoon, but I'm not soup, who am I? Answer: Ice cream.
21. I come in many colors and can make a loud noise, but I'm not a rainbow, who am I? Answer: Fireworks.
22. I'm found in the forest and can be used to make furniture, who am I? Answer: Wood.
23. I'm often used for communication, and I come in many shapes and sizes, who am I? Answer: Phone.
24. I'm found in the sky and can be shaped into different animals, who am I? Answer: Cloud.
25. I can be salty or sweet, but I'm not popcorn, who am I? Answer: Pretzel.
26. I'm caused by friction and can make things spark, who am I? Answer: Fire.
27. I'm used on a cold night, but I'm not a blanket, who am I? Answer: Heater.
28. I'm responsible for making breakfast, but I'm not a chef, who am I? Answer: Toaster.
29. I'm found in the ocean and can be delicious on a plate, who am I? Answer: Crab.
30. I'm used for drinking, but I'm not a cup, who am I? Answer: Straw.
31. I'm used to keep food fresh, but I'm not a fridge, who am I? Answer: Zip lock bag.
32. I can be used for cooking, but I'm not a pot, who am I? Answer: Oven.
33. I'm often used for baking, but I'm not flour, who am I? Answer: Baking powder.
34. I'm used for keeping time but I'm not a clock, who am I? Answer: Watch.
35. I'm used to carry things, but I'm not a bag, who am I? Answer: Backpack.
36. I can be used for cleaning, but I'm not soap, who am I? Answer: Detergent.
37. You can see through me, but I'm not a window, who am I? Answer: Contact lens.
38. I'm found in the sand and can be made into castles, who am I? Answer: Sandcastle.
39. I'm used for music, but I'm not a guitar, who am I? Answer: Keyboard.
40. I'm used for seeing in the dark, but I'm not a flashlight, who am I? Answer: Night vision goggles.
41. I'm used for keeping clothes clean, but I'm not a washing machine, who am I? Answer: Dryer sheet.
42. I'm often used for sports, but I'm not a ball, who am I? Answer: Sneakers.
43. I'm used for cutting, but I'm not a knife, who am I? Answer: Scissors.
44. I'm used to keep things organized, but I'm not a folder, who am I? Answer: Binder.
45. I'm used for making things cold, but I'm not a fridge, who am I? Answer: Freezer.
46. I'm used for making ice cream, but I'm not a bowl, who am I? Answer: Ice cream maker.
47. I'm used for drinking coffee, but I'm not a cup, who am I? Answer: Mug.
48. I'm used for making toast, but I'm not a toaster, who am I? Answer: Bread.
49. I'm used for painting, but I'm not a brush, who am I? Answer: Palette.
50. I'm used for writing, but I'm not a pen, who am I? Answer: Pencil.