The Enduring Appeal of a Fowl Pun
Puns have been a staple of humor for centuries, and one particular joke has stood the test of time: "Why did the chicken cross the road?" The answer, of course, is often the punchline that follows – but what makes this joke so beloved?
A Brief History of a Timeless Joke
The origins of this joke are unclear, but it's believed to have originated in the United States in the mid-19th century. The first recorded version was published in 1847 by a British newspaper, with a punchline tha
