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When you're irritated, it's extremely difficult to give a clear direction. And when you add sarcasm to the mix, you can safely expect an in-kind return—like a fast game of Ping-Pong.

Dad stands over the shoes in the middle of the floor, his arms folded across his chest, a scowl on his face. In an ironic tone, he says: “There they are. As usual.”

Ali: “What?”

Dad: “What do you think?”

Ali: “How should I know?”

Dad: “It's your shoes! Your dirty shoes!”

Ali: “Oh, yeah. That's them alright.”

Dad: “Get them out of there.”

Ali: “And where shall I put them?”

Dad: “You put them away right now or you can just imagine where I'll put them!”

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Take a look at the elements of giving clear directions and help this dad out.