Office Riddles
I hold papers together but I’m not glue or tape. What am I?
What is a paperclip?
This salesman is known for pranks involving Jell-O and staplers.
Who is Jim Halpert?
You confidently talk for two minutes before realizing this embarrassing video-call mistake.
What is being on mute?
“Since you’ve been gone…” — rock anthem of 2004.
What is “Since U Been Gone” — Kelly Clarkson?
Some coworkers always say this phrase before sending an important email, “just in case.”
What is “fingers crossed”?
I have keys but open no doors, and coworkers use me all day.
What is a keyboard?
Michael frequently hosts these unnecessary gatherings instead of working.
What are meetings?
You panic when this meeting notification pops up two minutes earlier than expected.
What is a calendar reminder?
This duo asked, “Hey ya!” in 2004.
What is OutKast?
Many people refuse to start a new project on this day of the week, believing it brings bad luck.
What is Friday the 13th?
I arrive constantly and multiply when ignored.
What are emails?
The company where the Scranton branch works sells this office product.
What is paper?
This household member often makes surprise appearances during meetings.
What is a pet (or child)?
The “King of Pop” released a song that made the moonwalk iconic.
What is “Billie Jean” — Michael Jackson?
Some workers never change this on a Friday, fearing something will go wrong.
What is system settings or software updates?
I connect everyone but fail at the worst possible time.
What is Wi-Fi?
Dwight declares this identity proudly: “Assistant to the ___ Manager.”
What is Regional?
You say “Sorry, you go ahead” repeatedly because of this video delay.
What is audio lag (or delay)?
“Skyfall” — James Bond theme sung by this British singer (2012).
What is “Skyfall” — Adele?
Many believe turning off this at night can prevent “bad luck” or lost files.
What is the computer (or monitor)?
I have a face and two hands but no arms or legs.
What is a clock?
Kelly works in this department focused on customer feedback.
What is customer service?
You spend five minutes saying this classic tech-support phrase.
What is “Can you see my screen?”
“Accidentally in Love” played in this 2004 animated film about talking animals.
What is Shrek 2?
It’s considered unlucky to do this before taking the first sip of morning coffee.
What is stir it counterclockwise (or spill it)?