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Poll: Do you prank people on April Fools' Day?

It’s a chance to hoodwink your nearest and dearest – but do you do it?

KEEP LOOKING OVER your shoulder?

Eyeing every news headline suspiciously? Wondering why your colleagues keep leaving their desks?

You have the April Fools’ Day fear.

On the other hand, you could be one of those who are itching for an opportunity to try out your silliest prank on unsuspecting victims.

In the spirit of the day that’s in it, we ask: Do you prank people on April Fools’ Day?

Poll Results:

Never (2219)

Sometimes (1031)

Every year (509)

Sometimes
Every year
Never

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