Of course it is a serious question: a good leader has to be able to predict the unexpected and what the citizens might be thinking, and thus try to react accordingly.

[At the guess however, Joshua giggles.]

Not a bad guess. [He doesn't say whether or not it's the correct answer though, instead making a note of something here before he speaks.] Alright, next question: what is your opinion on memes, and which do you believe is the best one to represent our fair city?

[If he has to explain what a meme is, you lose points.]