Johnny, a first-grader, expressed disinterest in the lesson, claiming he was too smart for first grade and belonged in a higher class. The teacher, concerned, took Johnny to the principal’s office to address the situation. The principal decided to test Johnny, and if he didn’t perform well, he would be sent back to first grade.
During the test, Johnny demonstrated his knowledge, correctly answering questions expected from a third-grader. The principal, impressed, decided Johnny was ready for third grade. However, the teacher wanted to ask a few more questions.
Johnny decided to take part in the test after being brought in and informed of its specifications.
“What is 3 + 3?” you ask the student.
Johnny: “6”
The teacher asked again, “How much is 6 x 6?”
Johnny: “36”
The student was tested on everything the principal thought a third-grader should know.
After glancing at the teacher, the principal declared, “I think Johnny can go to third grade.”
“Can I ask him a few questions?” the teacher asked.
“What does a cow have four of and I only have two?”
After a short pause, Johnny said, “Legs.”
“What do you have in your pants and I don’t?” continued the teacher.
The teacher’s eyes widened noticeably, but Johnny replied, “Pockets”.
“What does a dog do when a person steps on it?” continued the lecturer.
Johnny: “Pants”
“What has the letters F and K in it and means great excitement,” asked the teacher.
Johnny: “Fire truck.”
“Put Johnny in fifth grade,” the principal told the instructor, “I missed the last four questions myself.”