Gov. Of course I know, but I want you to tell me what an Island is, so that I may know that you know.
Flib. An Island is a piece of land surrounded by water.
Gov. Quite right! Why didn’t you say that at first?
Flib. Didn’t I?
Gov. Flibbie, you know you didn’t. What is Sheffield celebrated for?
Flib. For the crocodiles that infest its shores.
Gov. Flibbie, your behaviour is shameful.
Flib. Oh, I beg your pardon, Governess, that’s the answer to “What is the Nile celebrated for?” Sheffield is celebrated for its cutlets.
Gov. For its cutlets?
Flib. I beg your pardon, Governess, I meant cutlery.