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What did the thief get for stealing the calendar?

12 Months

Why this works

This riddle plays on the double meaning of "12 months." On one hand, it refers to the literal number of months in a calendar year. On the other hand, "12 months" is a clever way of saying what the thief received as a consequence of their actions—essentially, a year in prison for their crime. The humor comes from the unexpected twist that stealing a calendar leads not just to a time measurement, but to a punishment that also involves time!

Common Wrong Answers

“A prison sentence”

While a thief might face legal consequences for their actions, the riddle specifically plays on the word 'calendar' and the concept of time, not legal punishments.

“Money”

Stealing a calendar doesn't directly relate to gaining money; the riddle focuses on the playful idea of what the thief 'gets' in terms of time, not material wealth.

“A watch”

A watch is a timepiece, but it is not directly related to a calendar, which measures months. The riddle's answer emphasizes the concept of months rather than hours or minutes.

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