[Answer] 6. What is happening in this standard French textbook scenario?: "Oh zut alors! J'ai oublie mon portefeuille. Pourrais-tu me pr�ter dix francs ? Oh merci. Oh la la ! tu es sympa !"

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "6. What is happening in this standard French textbook scenario?: "Oh zut alors! J'ai oublie mon portefeuille. Pourrais-tu me pr�ter dix francs ? Oh merci. Oh la la ! tu es sympa !" "

...1. Oh darn it! I forgot my stock portfolio! Could you frankly loan me ten thousand Euros? Oh thank you kind sir! Oh wow! You are so nice! 2. Oh darn it ! I forgot my wallet ! Could you loan me ten francs? Oh thank you! Oh dear! You are so nice! 3. Oh darn it! I forgot my leaf blower! Could you loan me one? Oh thanks so much! Now I can make lots of noise for an hour blowing your leaves around in swirls! 4. Oh too bad! I forgot my license, wallet, coin purse and telephone! Could you loan me ten thousand Euros, a Swiss passport, a cell phone and an Alfa Romeo please? Oh thanks! Wow! You are so genteel! This is a tribute to every beginning French textbook that invariably gives this scenario. Plus, if the book is old, they have francs, which mean that the student is going to sound silly as the franc went out in 2000. Then, most French students would not use such delicate terms as zut! Nor would they have their conversations spiced with such delicate exclamations as the textbooks would have them think. And honestly, who would fall for the old, left my wallet or I'm out of money bit? Hope you've enjoyed this latest in the series of Absurd French.

[Answer] 3. Who can forget Rhett pleading with Scarlett to "Kiss me, kiss me once"? Can you remember the movie?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "3. Who can forget Rhett pleading with Scarlett to "Kiss me, kiss me once"? Can you remember the movie?"

...1. An Affair to Remember 2. Lady in Red 3. Gone With the Wind 4. Never Been Kissed "Gone With the Wind" (1939) is one of my all-time favourite movies. After two wrong marriages, and the civil war wreaking havoc in the south, the spoilt Scarlett O'Hara (Vivien Leigh) finally sees sense and marries Rhett Butler (Clark Gable). He's aware that she's really only marrying him so she can access his money to save the one thing that's dear to her: Tara. The marriage doesn't last however, and she vows to return to Tara, and start again. "After all, tomorrow is another day". Every time I watch the movie I wish it ended differently, or that Scarlett woke up to herself sooner.

[Answer] 7. "A lot of people have asked me how short I am. Since my last divorce, I think I'm about $100,000 short." Which vertically challenged actor said that of a divorce settlement?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "7. "A lot of people have asked me how short I am. Since my last divorce, I think I'm about $100,000 short." Which vertically challenged actor said that of a divorce settlement?"

...1. Steven Seagal 2. Robert Redford 3. Clint Eastwood 4. Mickey Rooney Born in 1922, Mickey Rooney 'walked down the aisle' eight times before he was 90, which probably also led him to say "Always get married early in the morning. That way, if it doesn't work out, you haven't wasted a whole day."

[Answer] 4. I'm quite often misunderstood,But for a wild dog I am quite good,In Australia you'll find me,In the outback, mainly,Stealing babies - I never would!I know you know, but what am I?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "4. I'm quite often misunderstood, But for a wild dog I am quite good, In Australia you'll find me, In the outback, mainly, Stealing babies - I never would! I know you know, but what am I?"

...1. jackal 2. hyena 3. aardwolf 4. dingo Dingos are rarely kept as pets, but if adopted at a young enough age they can be domesticated successfully. In the wild they are social creatures, and tend to live in packs. Most do not stray very far from their birthplace, and they tend not to migrate unless extreme conditions - such as fire or famine - occur.

[Answer] 6. "Show me the money! Show me the money!"Cuba Gooding Jr. demands this in an Oscar-winning performance in what 1996 film?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "6. "Show me the money! Show me the money!" Cuba Gooding Jr. demands this in an Oscar-winning performance in what 1996 film?"

...1. Jerry Maguire 2. High Fidelity 3. Say Anything... 4. Radio Nominated for five Academy Awards (including 'Best Picture' and 'Best Actor'), "Jerry Maguire" starred Tom Cruise as a sports agent suffering from a mental breakdown. The film progressed as he tried to help the only client he had in his own new firm and the growing relationship between himself and Renee Zellweger's character. The "Show me the money" line occurs on a phone between Cuba Gooding Jr. and Tom Cruise and has since immersed itself into the pop culture lexicon along with the film's other major quotes, "you had me at hello", "you complete me", and others. Directed by Cameron Crowe (also known for "Almost Famous" and "Vanilla Sky"), the film made over $250,000,000 in the box office and received critical acclaim.

[Answer] 2. Stop it! You and your friend are annoying me when you put on wigs and mimic that 1980s singing duo! Ironically, they are now more famous for NOT singing, as they were infamously caught lip-synching. What did they call themselves again?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "2. Stop it! You and your friend are annoying me when you put on wigs and mimic that 1980s singing duo! Ironically, they are now more famous for NOT singing, as they were infamously caught lip-synching. What did they call themselves again?"

...1. Vanilla Ice 2. Milli Vanilli 3. Vanilla Sky 4. Peaches & Herb Milli Vanilli's Grammy was revoked because of the scandal. Their lip-synched hit was called, again rather ironically, "Girl, You Know It's True". The duo consisted of Fab Morvan and Rob Pilatus.

[Answer] 7. "They ___________ me!" What is the missing word?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "7. "They ___________ me!" What is the missing word?"

...1. lovered 2. saturated 3. misunderestimated 4. fishsticked This is probably the most famous of all Bushisms. It was said in Bentonville, Arkansas on November 6, 2000.

[Answer] 5. "Pass me a serviette please, I spilled my poutine on the chesterfield." What did I just say?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "5. "Pass me a serviette please, I spilled my poutine on the chesterfield." What did I just say?"

...1. pass me a spoon, I dropped my ice cream on the carpet 2. pass me a newspaper, there's a spider on the table 3. pass me a plate, I dropped my steak on the patio 4. pass me a napkin, I dropped my fries with cheese and gravy on the sofa "Serviette" and "chesterfield" are words I have only heard used by my grandparents and their generation. Poutine was a cafeteria favourite when I was in high school; it's very difficult to mess up fries with cheese or cheese curd, and gravy.

[Answer] Who asked the musical question, "Why Have You Left the One You Left Me For?" in 1978?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Who asked the musical question, "Why Have You Left the One You Left Me For?" in 1978?"

...Crystal Gayle is one of America's country music legends. She recorded numerous hits that made the country music charts as well as crossover hits to the pop charts. She won numerous Grammy and CMA awards through the 1970s and 1980s. In addition to the musical question "Why Have You Left the One You Left Me For?", her hits included "Don't It Make My Brown Eyes Blue" and "Talking in Your Sleep." Born Brenda Gail Webb in 1951 in Paintsville, Kentucky, she followed in the footsteps of her older sister, musical legend Loretta Lynn. Crystal Gayle made her own mark on music history when she became the first female country artist to go platinum. Source: Biography.com

[Answer] 6. "Don't try to make me change my mind with factsTo hell with the graduated income taxHow do I know? I read it in the Daily News.." sang Tom PaxtonBy law, by which date each year must people in the USA file their returns to the IRS?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "6. "Don't try to make me change my mind with facts To hell with the graduated income tax How do I know? I read it in the Daily News.." sang Tom Paxton By law, by which date each year must people in the USA file their returns to the IRS?"

...1. April 15 2. January 31 3. June 10 4. December 31 In the USA, the tax year runs from January 1 to December 31. People living there have until April 15 to file IRS returns for the previous tax year. Other deadlines may apply to State taxes. January 31 is the deadline for tax returns in the UK.

[Answer] 2. This friend is close to my heart. Some call him a bit of a dog, but to me he is sweet as chocolate. I know he often has a heavy cross to bear. Which nation, whose currency is the Euro like Vatican City, am I talking about now?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "2. This friend is close to my heart. Some call him a bit of a dog, but to me he is sweet as chocolate. I know he often has a heavy cross to bear. Which nation, whose currency is the Euro like Vatican City, am I talking about now?"

...1. Mongolia 2. Malaysia 3. Malta 4. Mozambique Malta is an island state that can be found in the Mediterranean Sea. It is to the south of the Italian island of Sicily. It was once part of the British Empire, but became an independent state in 1964. At first Queen Elizabeth II of England remained head of state, also holding the title of Queen of Malta. At the end of 1974 the country declared itself a republic. The capital of Malta is the city of Valletta. The Maltese dog is said to come from the island, or at least the region surrounding Malta. It is also associated with the city of Melita, that once existed on the island of Sicily. Maltesers are a type of chocolate covered, malted milk ball. Their name is not said to have been derived from the island. One of the symbols that is associated with the island is the Maltese cross, a symbol once belonging to the Knights of Malta. It is now seen as a national symbol.

[Answer] 8. Tell you what: I'll just give you a band, and all you have to do is tell me the first letter of the name. I suppose you deserve an easy one. Ready? Metallica.

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "8. Tell you what: I'll just give you a band, and all you have to do is tell me the first letter of the name. I suppose you deserve an easy one. Ready? Metallica."

...1. r 2. p 3. m 4. q

[Answer] In the 1978 movie "Grease," who says the famous line, "Tell me about it, stud?"

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "In the 1978 movie "Grease," who says the famous line, "Tell me about it, stud?""

...This musical hit the theaters July 16, 1978, and was an instant hit. It featured John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John in the lead roles of Danny and Sandy. It is a summer romance that blossoms during the stars' senior year of high school. In the finale, just before the hit song "You're the One that I Want" begins, Sandy utters the ionic line to Danny, "Tell me about it, stud." She drops her wholesome image to snag her greaser boyfriend, while Danny drops his leather jacket for a letterman's sweater to impress his wholesome girl. The result is nothing short of movie magic. Source: Moviefone.com

[Answer] 6. I am a "Funny Girl" who grew up to be a "Funny Lady". My achievements earned me a major award that I shared with an amazing actress. I like to think back to "The Way We Were" sometimes. Papa would be so proud if he could see me. Who am I?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "6. I am a "Funny Girl" who grew up to be a "Funny Lady". My achievements earned me a major award that I shared with an amazing actress. I like to think back to "The Way We Were" sometimes. Papa would be so proud if he could see me. Who am I?"

...1. Katharine Hepburn 2. Belinda Carlisle 3. Audrey Hepburn 4. Barbra Streisand Barbra Streisand's first film role was in "Funny Girl" and she later brought Fanny Brice back to the screen in "Funny Lady." In 1968 she shared the Best Actress Academy Award with Katharine Hepburn for her debut performance. She starred in the film "The Way We Were" (1973) with Robert Redford and played a young woman disguised as a man in order to get an education in "Yentl" (1982).

[Answer] 6. "When I am alive I do not speak.Anyone who wants to, takes me captive and cuts off my head.They bite my bare body.I do no harm to anyone unless they cut me first.Then I soon make them cry."Who am I?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "6. "When I am alive I do not speak. Anyone who wants to, takes me captive and cuts off my head. They bite my bare body. I do no harm to anyone unless they cut me first. Then I soon make them cry." Who am I?"

...1. A baby 2. A woman 3. An onion 4. A lamb There are bawdier versions of this riddle, which include the words "red skin and hardness", but I abstained from using them this once! The onion's juice, it seems, has been bringing tears to eyes for many centuries!

[Answer] 9. (Song) On the sixth day of Christmas my true love sent me six geese a __________.

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "9. (Song) On the sixth day of Christmas my true love sent me six geese a __________."

...1. Sleeping 2. Clucking 3. Laying 4. Flying

[Answer] 6. If you are eating in a restaurant, and you hear the following: �Me trae la cuenta, por favor?, what is being asked for?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "6. If you are eating in a restaurant, and you hear the following: �Me trae la cuenta, por favor?, what is being asked for?"

...1. A bottle of beer 2. The bill or check 3. Some napkins 4. More water Do remember that in Spain it only means bill in a restaurant. A gas bill or a bill for repairs is una factura. In Latin America, 'cuenta' covers it all. Latin America usually has a more relaxed sense of the language and is also more likely to borrow from English.

[Answer] 7. I've found a man wearing some strange sort of armour and carrying a rifle. He says to me "such is life". By his appearance, I think he is from the 19th century. Who could he be ?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "7. I've found a man wearing some strange sort of armour and carrying a rifle. He says to me "such is life". By his appearance, I think he is from the 19th century. Who could he be ?"

...1. Ned Kelly 2. Bob Hawke 3. John Howard 4. Paul Keating Ned Kelly was probably the best known of the 19th Century Australian bushrangers. Born in 1855, he was hanged in Melbourne on 11th November 1880 at the age of 25. His last words are reputed to be "such is life". The others mentioned were Australian Prime Ministers of the twentieth century - a different form of bushranging!

[Answer] 10. If you 'roil' me, what do you do?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "10. If you 'roil' me, what do you do?"

...1. call me on the telephone 2. make me happy 3. annoy me 4. give me a ride Roil means to vex or annoy. It can also mean to make water muddy or thick by stirring it.

[Answer] 7. What is happening in this standard French textbook scenario?: "Oh zut alors! J'ai oublie mon portefeuille. Pourrais-tu me pr�ter dix francs ? Oh merci. Oh la la ! tu es sympa !"

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "7. What is happening in this standard French textbook scenario?: "Oh zut alors! J'ai oublie mon portefeuille. Pourrais-tu me pr�ter dix francs ? Oh merci. Oh la la ! tu es sympa !" "

...1. Oh darn it ! I forgot my wallet ! Could you loan me ten francs? Oh thank you! Oh dear! You are so nice! 2. Oh darn it! I forgot my leaf blower! Could you loan me one? Oh thanks so much! Now I can make lots of noise for an hour blowing your leaves around in swirls! 3. Oh darn it! I forgot my stock portfolio! Could you frankly loan me ten thousand Euros? Oh thank you kind sir! Oh wow! You are so nice! 4. Oh too bad! I forgot my license, wallet, coin purse and telephone! Could you loan me ten thousand Euros, a Swiss passport, a cell phone and an Alfa Romeo please? Oh thanks! Wow! You are so genteel! This is a tribute to every beginning French textbook that invariably gives this scenario. Plus, if the book is old, they have francs, which mean that the student is going to sound silly as the franc went out in 2000. Then, most French students would not use such delicate terms as zut! Nor would they have their conversations spiced with such delicate exclamations as the textbooks would have them think. And honestly, who would fall for the old, left my wallet or I'm out of money bit? Hope you've enjoyed this latest in the series of Absurd French.