Easy Riddles

Riddle: A young man wants to have it, but when he has it, he no longer wants it. Blade in hand he attacks it and does his best to remove it. Yet he knows that it is all in vain. Answer: beard

Riddle: A blue house has blue bricks; a yellow house has a yellow brick. What is a greenhouse made of? Answer: glass

Riddle: A wave of white powdery destruction that is a skier’s worst nightmare. Answer: avalanche

Riddle: A weighty currency. Answer: pound

Riddle: A utensil used for bread. Also, a paper cutter. Used by a thug to take a life, or wielded by the tamest wife, when used to spread the butter. Answer: knife

Riddle: A warrior amongst the flowers, he bears a thrusting sword. He uses it whenever he must, to defend his golden hoard. Answer: bee

Riddle: A toy that requires some string and a breezy day. Answer: kite

Riddle: A twiggy home. Answer: nest

Riddle: A tasty reward given to well behaved dogs and kids. Answer: treat

Riddle: A sport with love and service played by singles and pairs. Answer: tennis