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January 27 - February 2, 2005 Edition
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AT LARGE What's the question? January 27, 2005 By Doug Cabral The following is only for parents, husbands, wives, children, men or women with girl- or boyfriends, men or women with boy- or girlfriends, men or women in relationships whether flourishing or ghastly, significant others with a significant interest in another other. This will be familiar to all of you. After all, we're all in this together. Butcher, baker, candlestick maker, stripper (yes, apparently, since I was in school, stripper has been added to the list of rewarding career choices in industries that pay well and are looking for recruits - you'll find it just below doctor and just above journalist), rich or poor, fat or thin: no matter your particular circumstances, you will certainly have made the following replies to a loved one. So, you must know what the question was. And, here's the challenge for you this morning: For each answer, what is the question? Here's a sample answer: I did it in study hall. Here's the antecedent question: Have you done your homework? You'll agree, it's not rocket science. Mail or e-mail your proposed questions to me at The Times. Include, if you like, a description of the context in which the exchange occurred, for which you are supplying the question. Don't skimp on details: the juicier the better. Where did it happen? When you asked the question and got the answer, what did you do? Was action by law enforcement required? By EMS? Has the question been asked and answered more than once in your experience? Did the colloquy you describe lead to a breakup? That sort of thing. All entries will receive careful consideration. First, second, and third place prizes will be awarded after the winners are announced in this space on Feb. 17. Prizes will be tasteful but exciting MV Times presentation quality gift souvenirs, each suitable for display in your home in memory of your victory. Click here to see answers
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