"A father had managed to have his son with below average mental abilities married. Fearing that the son might spill the beans if he opened his mouth while at his inlaws place, the father advised the son to keep to himself, not to open his mouth, just nod or smile. That would convey an impression that the young man is a person of few words, an intellectual. The story further goes that the son dutifully followed the instructions of his father. The in-laws appeared impressed.

 

But on the day of their return, the girl’s father implored upon the groom to say a few words. Not wanting to give an impression that he was speech impaired, the young man proceeded to ask “ Have you seen a crow with horns?”

 

The in-laws were truly awed; “ He must be a philosopher, no wonder he is a man of few words” whispered someone.

 

“No” answered the girls father “ Why do you ask?”

 

“Neither have I” replied the groom !