Dilbert cartoon first published on Tuesday 16th January 1990
Dilbert//276, first published 36 years ago on Tuesday 16th January 1990
Tags
dogbert dilbert substitute teacher tykes children flammable
Official transcript
Dogbert sits in the chair and Dilbert sits on the hassock. Dilbert asks, "Can't I talk you out of becoming a substitute teacher?"
Dogbert replies, "Don't worry."
Dogbert continues, "I won't damage the little tykes."
The caption says, "Day one."
Dogbert stands in front of a blackboard and says, "Good morning, children. I'm Mr. Dogbert."
A student asks, "Are you flammable?"
originally published on dilbert.com
Open source transcript
CAN'T I TALK YOU OUT OF BECOMING A SUBSTITUTE TEACHER?
DON'T WORRY.
I WON'T DAMAGE THE LITTLE TYKES.
DAY ONE GOOD MORNING, CHILDREN. I'M MR. DOGBERT.
ARE YOU FLAMMABLE?
collated from github.com/jvarn/dilbert-archive
AI Analysis
Comic Strip Title: "Flammable Mr. Dogbert"
Summary:
This comic strip, originally published in 1990, features a conversation between two characters, Dogbert and a substitute teacher. The scene unfolds in a classroom setting, where Dogbert is introduced as "Mr. Dogbert" to the students.
Key Points:
- Dogbert claims not to damage the "little tykes," implying his innocence and concern for the children.
- The substitute teacher is skeptical, questioning Dogbert's ability to teach.
- Dogbert responds by asking if he is flammable, highlighting his unusual personality and potential risks in the classroom.
Humor and Themes:
The comic strip's humor lies in its absurdity and unexpected twist on traditional teaching scenarios. It pokes fun at the idea of a dog being a substitute teacher and the concerns that come with it. The strip also explores themes of identity, authority, and the challenges of working with children.
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