An American and Japanese were sitting on the plane on the way to LA. When the American turned to the Japanese and asked, "What kind of -ease are you?"

The Japanese confused, replied, "Sorry but I don't understand what you mean."

The American repeated, "What kind of - ease are you?”

Again, the Japanese was confused over the question.

The American, now irritated, then yells, "What kind of -ease are you...Are you a Chinese, Japanese, Vietnamese, etc......"

The Japanese then replied, "Oh, I am Japanese."

A while later the Japanese turned to the American and asked what kind of '-key' was he.

The American, frustrated, yelled, "What do you mean what kind of '-key' am I?!"

The Japanese said, "Are you a monkey, donkey or a Yankee?”

Lesson: Never insult anyone.