Creative Thinking: Riddles_1

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What is a riddle?

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A riddle is a question or statement that has a double or hidden meaning, often posed as a puzzle to be solved.

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CCSS.L.8.5A

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What is the purpose of riddles?

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Riddles are used to challenge the mind, encourage creative thinking, and enhance problem-solving skills.

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What does it mean to think creatively?

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Thinking creatively involves using imagination and original ideas to solve problems or create something new.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that describes an object or action in a way that isn’t literally true, but helps explain an idea or make a comparison.

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What is lateral thinking?

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Lateral thinking is a problem-solving approach that involves looking at the problem from different angles and thinking outside the box.

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What is the significance of wordplay in riddles?

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Wordplay adds a layer of complexity and fun to riddles, often involving puns or double meanings that require creative thinking to decipher.

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CCSS.L.8.5A

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What is a common structure of a riddle?

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A common structure of a riddle includes a question or statement that presents a scenario, followed by clues that lead to the answer.

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How can context influence the interpretation of a riddle?

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Context can provide hints or mislead the solver, affecting how the riddle is understood and the approach taken to find the answer.

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CCSS.L.8.5A

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What is the role of ambiguity in riddles?

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Ambiguity creates multiple possible interpretations, making riddles more challenging and engaging to solve.

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CCSS.L.8.5A

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What is a pun?

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A pun is a form of wordplay that exploits multiple meanings of a term or similar-sounding words for humorous or rhetorical effect.

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CCSS.L.8.5A