Monday, October 19 · Ninja Riddles
I’m a sock or a soft shoe from Japan with a split at the front, so your big toe gets a room all to itself. Ninjas liked me because I’m quiet. What am I?
Hint
My name has four letters and starts with T.
Answer
Tabi
Riddle of the Day Monday, October 19, 2026
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The day before
A witch has three cats. Each cat has three kittens. How many legs are in the witch’s house?
Answer
Play it with the hint and choices →
- There are 12 cats (3 cats and 9 kittens) with 4 legs each, which is 48, plus the witch’s 2 legs.
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