A Player (looking round). Say—say "fireplace."

First Player. But that's so silly.

Master of Ceremonies (who wishes he had never proposed the game). It doesn't matter. All that is needed is a start.

Another player. Say "Margot."

(Roars of laughter.)

All. Oh, yes, say "Margot."

First Player. Very well, then—"Margot."

(More laughter.)

Second Player (trying to be clever). "Reticence."

(Shouts of laughter.)