I lend my strength, so that you could Keep your fireplace full of wood. And if you wish, with just one blow I'll defeat any evil foe. Or if it gets real bad in there, use me on armpits - I don't care.

You've called your boss, and he's agreed to see you today. He gave you a check earlier, but you were hoping for more. Now, sitting across from him, you propose a raise. He falls silent, thinks for a while, but eventually agrees. As a result, you stand to make more money. What kind of table are you sitting at?

What gets stroked before a finished load?

If your high school is public, I'm here before the bell If you are my 'sitta', you're not sick nor well My name is two parts - a thing that may wave And - try not to giggle - a firm, erect stave

I sound like a goose that learned how to yell, but I need air and squeezing to work well. I never play quietly, day or night, love me or fear me, I bring loud delight.