# Return Values Lab

## Objectives

1. Define a method that accepts arguments.
2. Create a default argument.
3. Practice returning a value.

## Instructions

In this lab you'll be defining a method called `#parrot`.

The `#parrot` method should accept an argument of a string and both `#puts` out that string *and* return the string at the end of the method.

The `#parrot` method should have a default argument of `"Squawk!"`.

**Note:** *This lab is explicitly testing your ability to control the return value of a method, not just what it does, but what it returns. Remember, return values are important. Ask yourself? what is the return value of `#puts`?*

## Resources

* [Skorks Blog - Arguments With Default Value](http://www.skorks.com/2009/08/method-arguments-in-ruby/)

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