In a 6th grade science class, Mrs. Parker asked a question that confused the students. The room was silent as they exchanged puzzled looks, trying to think of an answer.
She asked, “Can anyone tell me which part of the human body can grow ten times bigger when stimulated?”
After a moment, a bold student named Mary stood up and spoke up. “Mrs. Parks, you shouldn’t be asking sixth-graders a question like that! I’m telling my parents, and they’ll report you to the principal, who will have to fire you!” she said angrily.
Mrs. Parks stayed calm and repeated the question: “Now, class, can anyone tell me which body part can grow ten times bigger when stimulated?”
Mary was shocked by her teacher’s question. She whispered to the other students, “Wow, she’s going to get in big trouble!”
Mrs. Parks then encouraged the class to respond by asking, “Anyone?”
Worried they might be misunderstood if they answered, the students stayed quiet. Then, a smart boy named Billy stood up and nervously said, “The body part that grows ten times bigger when stimulated is the pupil of the eye.”
The class felt relieved, and Mrs. Parks praised Billy for his answer.
Next, she looked at Mary and, with a playful smile, said, “I have three things to tell you: First, you have a dirty mind. Second, you didn’t do your homework. And third, you’re going to be very disappointed one day.”
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