Ernie and the Banana

In this humorous exchange, Bert points out that Ernie has a banana in his ear. Despite Bert's attempts to communicate, Ernie insists he can't hear because of the banana. Ernie humorously claims the banana is to keep alligators away, even though there are no alligators on Sesame Street. The conversation ends with Ernie jokingly considering getting a new banana.

What unusual item does Ernie have in his ear?

• A pencil

• A flower

• A banana

• A carrot

Why can't Ernie hear Bert?

• He is listening to music

• He is asleep

• He has a banana in his ear

• He is too far away

What reason does Ernie give for having a banana in his ear?

• To keep the alligators away

• To hear better

• To look funny

• To eat later

What does Bert say about alligators on Sesame Street?

• They are dangerous

• There are none

• They are friendly

• They are very common

What does Ernie decide to do at the end of the conversation?

• Get a new banana

• Remove the banana

• Find an alligator

• Eat the banana