Apathy Jack writes:

Year 9 “What do I have to do to get into Classics?”
Me “Well, Classics is a Year 13 subject, so you’re a good couple of years away from that being an issue.”
Year 9 “Yeah, but what do I need to get into it in Year 13?”
Me “Well, you have three years in which to not make me angry – basically, that is the sole entry requirement.”
Year 9 “I’m a good student, and I never make you angry.”
Me “See, that’s a lie, which makes me angry. You haven’t gotten off to a good start...”