You Can't Do That on Television1979

Mr. Shidler:
Now class, as we are going on a field trip, it's most important we know the basics of nature. Can anyone tell me, what are the four natural elements of the universe? [Lisa raises her hand] Lisa?

Lisa:
Earth.

Mr. Shidler:
Right. That's one. Um, Kevin?

Kevin:
Uh, air.

Mr. Shidler:
That's right. That's two. Uh, Christine?

Christine:
Um, fire!

Mr. Shidler:
Right. And now, Vanessa. Can you tell me what the fourth element is?

Vanessa:
Yeah, but I'm not going to.

Mr. Shidler:
Well, Vanessa, either you tell me what the fourth element is, or you tell me you don't know.

Vanessa:
Well, either way, I get something dumped on me. [Gives in] Okay, water. [And you know the rest]

Mr. Shidler:
Oh, it's moments like these that make teaching worthwhile.