273. The letter M.

274. If he told the truth, he lied; if he lied, he told the truth.

He lied. If he did lie, he would not say so.

275. He is a ma’ stiff.

276. He chases the deer (dear) and is never chased (chaste).

277. Because he is a pup-pet.

278. He must be born on the 29th of February.

279. 56 quarts difference.

280. 99 9⁄ 9

281. Lightning.