The term MISCHIEVOUS ACT can be summarized as a PRANK, which is an act of mischievous behavior intended to cause amusement, embarrassment, or trouble. Pranks are often done for the purpose of humor and can range from harmless pranks such as putting a whoopee cushion on someone's chair to more malicious pranks such as vandalizing property. Pranks are usually done by people of all ages, but are most commonly associated with children and teenagers.