" How to make pickles, seven plus four, and the capital of England.” All the children paid close attention. “The capital of England is London,” said Mrs. Jewls. “Seven plus four equals eleven. And pickles are made by sticking cucumbers in brine.” On her desk she had a box of cucumbers and a vat of brine for a demonstration. “Okay, Joe,” said Mrs. Jewls. “How much is seven plus four?” Joe shrugged. “But I just told you, Joe,” said Mrs. Jewls. “Weren’t you listening?” “I don’t know,” said Joe. “Okay, who can tell me how pickles are made? Yes, Jason.” “Eleven!” Jason declared. Mrs. Jewls frowned. “That’s a correct answer,” she said, “but unfortunately I didn’t ask the right question. Can anyone "

― Louis Sachar , Wayside School Is Falling Down (Wayside School #2)