A man inherits a box with a riddle. It reads, 'I hold secrets of the past and clues for the future. What am I?' What is he holding?
Category: Mystery · Difficulty: easy
Hint: Think about something personal that captures memories.
Answer
A diary
Explanation
A diary is often a personal item that holds secrets and memories.
This is an easy mystery riddle — a good one for children and beginners. The answer is A diary.
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