Riddle

If you hadn't put me in a bowl, I would have lived for 20 years. What am I?

Choose an answer

A.A houseplant
B.A turtle
C.A parakeet
D.I'm your goldfish, you monster.
Hint: It's a 5-word phrase with 24 letters, starting with "I".

Answer

I'm your goldfish, you monster.

Why this is the answer

Goldfish can live for decades in the wild or large ponds but their lifespan is drastically shortened when kept in a small bowl.

This riddle is filed under Horror & Scary Riddles and rated Medium.