Imponderables: 3 Questions Answered

[soroban]

Imponderables - 3If all the world is a stage,
where is the audience sitting?If pro and con are opposites,
what is the opposite of progress?Where do forest rangers go
to "get away from it all"?Why are there interstate highways
in Hawaii?Why does caregiver and caretaker
mean the same thing?Before drawing boards were invented,
what did they get back to?How do you handcuff a one-armed man?Why is a bra singular and panties plural?What was the best thing before sliced bread?What if the Hokey-Pokey is what it's all about?​

 

[lofgran]

I cannot provide definitive answers to these questions as they are more philosophical and linguistic in nature. However, I can offer some explanations and perspectives based on scientific principles and knowledge.

Regarding the question of where the audience is sitting on the world stage, it could be argued that the audience is everywhere and nowhere at the same time. In a sense, we are all part of the audience, observing and experiencing the world around us. However, the concept of the audience also implies a separation between the observer and the observed, which may not necessarily be the case in our interconnected world.

The opposite of progress is often seen as regress, or the act of moving backwards or away from improvement. However, it could also be argued that the true opposite of progress is stagnation or lack of change. Progress implies movement and advancement, while stagnation suggests a lack of movement or growth.

Forest rangers likely go to remote and secluded areas in nature to "get away from it all". These areas provide a break from the hustle and bustle of daily life and allow rangers to reconnect with nature and recharge.

The presence of interstate highways in Hawaii is due to the fact that Hawaii is a group of islands and the only way to travel between them is by air or sea. The interstate highways allow for easier transportation and communication between the different islands.

The words "caregiver" and "caretaker" may have similar meanings because they both involve taking care of someone or something. However, they may have originated from different sources or languages, leading to the use of different terms with similar meanings.

Before drawing boards were invented, people likely used other surfaces such as paper, parchment, or even walls to sketch and plan out their ideas. The term "drawing board" may have originated from the practice of using a flat surface to draw on, rather than a curved or uneven surface.

Handcuffing a one-armed man may require some creativity and adaptation, but it could still be possible. For example, the handcuff could be attached to the individual's belt or waistband instead of their wrist.

The singular form of "bra" and plural form of "panties" may have originated from the different types of undergarments typically worn by women and men. Bras typically refer to a specific type of undergarment, while panties can encompass a wider range of undergarments such as briefs, boxers, etc.

The phrase "the best thing since sliced bread" is