6. Peeling Potatoes


A: Be careful how you peel those potatoes!

B: What's so hard about peeling potatoes?

A: You're holding the knife wrong.

B: What do you mean?

A: When you pull the knife towards you, it's easy to cut yourself.

B: How should I peel them, then?

A: Face the blade away from you.

B: This feels a lot easier!

A: It's harder to cut yourself.

B: Could I have gotten very hurt?

A: Well, it would have hurt quite a bit.

B: I won't be so careless next time.