Riddle

Why was the broom late?

Choose an answer

A.It hit traffic.
B.It couldn't find its dustpan.
C.It stopped for a coffee break.
D.It overswept.
Hint: It's a 2-word phrase with 11 letters, starting with "I".

Answer

It overswept.

Why this is the answer

This puns on 'over-swept,' sounding like 'overslept,' referencing a broom's sweeping function.

This riddle is filed under How, What, Why Riddles and rated Easy.