Mrs. Parks, a sixth-grade science teacher, posed a question to her class that would test their knowledge and spark a humorous exchange. ‘Which human body part increases to ten times its size when stimulated?’ she asked. The room fell silent, with no one daring to venture an answer.
That was until little Mary stood up, her face flushed with indignation. ‘You shouldn’t be asking us a question like that!’ she exclaimed. ‘I’m going to tell my parents, and they’ll tell the principal, and you’ll get fired!’ Mrs. Parks remained unfazed, repeating the question to the class.
Mary’s reaction was priceless. Her mouth agape, she whispered to her classmates, ‘She’s going to get in so much trouble!’ The teacher, however, continued to ignore Mary’s outbursts, seeking an answer from the rest of the class.
Finally, Billy stood up, looking nervous, and provided the correct answer: ‘The pupil of the eye.’ Mrs. Parks commended Billy on his response before turning her attention to Mary.
The teacher’s words were laced with a hint of amusement and a dash of wisdom. ‘You, young lady, have a dirty mind,’ she said with a smile. ‘You didn’t do your homework, and one day you’ll be very, very disappointed.’ Mary’s face turned bright red as the class erupted into laughter, and Mrs. Parks continued with the lesson, having adeptly handled the situation with her quick wit and sharp tongue.
