Mr. Punch's Puzzles: The Riddle of the Week

Once, again, Mr. Punch, with my help, is offering up a true Victorian riddle.  The first person to answer correctly--by posting in the comments--will receive public congratulations.  And, this week, the winner will receive a fabulous prize from our online store—your very own “That’s the Way to Do It!” tote-bag!  We tried for this last week, but no one guessed the correct answer.  So, let’s try it again!

Here's this week's riddle.  We ask that you don't Google the answer.  Mr. Punch would not find that very fair, and, then, he’d cry.  We don’t want that.  Do we?  Give it a shot and see what you can come up with.  Here we go... No cheating...



A boy said to his sister, “I saw something in town that would tickle you.” “Oh!” she said, “was it a monkey?” “No.” “Was it a dancing bear?” “No. It was —”

UPDATE:


And, the answer is:  A FEATHER!


Thanks to all who answered.  I always enjoy your comments!  And, congratulations to Gene--our winner!  Gene, please send your full name and address to my email address so that I can post your "That's the way to do it!" tote bag to you!  Hooray for Gene!

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