Big Nate by Lincoln Peirce for October 19, 2000

Transcript:

"This 'family emergency' excuse is the best idea I've ever had! It works like a charm!" "Not only does it get me out of doing homework, but the phrase 'family emergency' sounds too personal for Mrs. Godfrey to ask for any details!" "But there aren't any details, because the whole thing is bogus! Right?" "Exactly! It's genius!" "How 'bout a high five?" "I'm leaning more toward a simple slap in the face."