Interested in the history of riddles? Logic puzzles have been around for a long time! Ancient civilizations used puzzles to provide amusement and develop critical thinking and problem solving skills. Often, logic puzzles were incorporated myths and religious practices. One example is the Cretan labyrinth- a maze being one of the earliest forms of logic puzzle and the myth of the Minotaur a warning myth about the selfish and arrogant nature of man. For more on the history of puzzles as well as a look into their future, read Jason Rosenhouse's book on the subject here.

For another TED-Ed video riddle, click here. For more on Raymond Smullyan, one of the most prolific modern logicians and puzzle makers, read on here.

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