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If Mrs. John's one-story house is all yellow — yellow walls, yellow doors, yellow furniture — what color are the stairs?

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There are no stairs — it's a one-story house

Why this works

At first glance, this riddle seems to lead you on a colorful journey through Mrs. John's vividly yellow abode. However, the clever twist lies in the very phrase "one-story house." This detail nudges you to reconsider your assumptions about the home’s structure, revealing that there are no stairs at all because, by definition, a one-story house is a single level with no need for stairs. The brilliance of this riddle comes from its ability to play with your expectations and language. It invites you to paint a picture in your mind, focusing on the whimsical details of yellow decor while cleverly omitting the essential fact that determines the layout of the house. This kind of wordplay is not just entertaining; it taps into our tendency to overlook the obvious when we're distracted by vivid imagery. Riddles like this one have a long tradition in literature and oral storytelling, often used to engage listeners and provoke thought. They remind us that sometimes, the most straightforward answer is hidden in plain sight, waiting for us to stop and think critically. And here's a fun tidbit: one-story homes are often celebrated in various cultures for their accessibility and ease of living, making them a practical choice for many families. So, the next time you hear about a colorful house, remember to look beyond the surface!

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Common Wrong Answers

“Yellow”

People might guess yellow because everything else in the house is yellow, but since it's a one-story house, there are actually no stairs at all.

“White”

White might be assumed as a common color for stairs, but the riddle specifies it is a one-story house, meaning there are no stairs to have a color.

“Brown”

Some might think of a wooden staircase and guess brown, but in a one-story house, there are simply no stairs present to have any color.

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