I want to test how awake you are this morning. I’ve got a riddle for you: What question can you never answer “Yes” to?

Are you ready for the answer? The answer is, “Are you asleep?” (1)

It’s tough starting the morning with a riddle, isn’t it? Especially a groaner like that one.

It reminds me of the story of a game show contestant, Bob, who’d made it to the final round, and he just had to answer one more question to win the million-dollar prize.

“This is a two-part question on American history,” the emcee said. “The second half of the question is always easier. Which part would you like first?”

Bob figured he’d play it safe. “I think I’ll try the second part of the question first.”

The emcee nodded approvingly, while the audience was silent with anticipation. “Okay, Bob, here is your …