Is the Pope a Catholic?

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phrase

Used to say that an answer or result is obvious.

Will I be at the party tonight? Is the Pope a Catholic?
Visual representation of "Is the Pope a Catholic?" - Used to say that an answer or result is obvious.

Often appears as...

  • is x a y?
  • does a bear poo in the woods?

Usage tips

Informal

Idiomatic

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Visual representation of "Is the Pope a Catholic?"
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Humor Effect

The phrase often carries a humorous tone to emphasize the obviousness of the statement.

Illustration for Humor Effect
Do I love chocolate? Is the Pope a Catholic?
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Cultural Reference

Understand that the phrase references the well-known fact that the Pope is indeed Catholic, hence its use for rhetorical effect.

Illustration for Cultural Reference
Is she going to wear red lipstick? Is the Pope a Catholic?
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Rhetorical Question

The phrase is used as a rhetorical question, suggesting the answer is so clear that it doesn't need to be answered.

Illustration for Rhetorical Question
Will the sun rise tomorrow? Is the Pope a Catholic?
Visual representation of the word "Is the Pope a Catholic?"

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