Acting Tough

When little Reggie was inducted into the Army, he was advised to act tough.

- That's the only way to command respect in the Army - his friends said.

So Reggie did his best to carry out the advice. He swaggered all around camp, bragging, blustering and talking out of the corner of his mouth.

- Show me a sergeant and I'll show you a dope - Reggie shouted.

No sooner had he spoken than a brawny, battle-hardened figure appeared.

- I am a sergeant! - he bellowed.

- I am a dope - whispered Reggie.