6 Questions
What did the boy do for his uncle in the palace?
Washing the plates and polishing the cups
How did the king often find the boy while inspecting the palace quarters?
Mopping the floors or polishing the cups
What was the boy's response when the king asked if he received wages?
"Yes, I earn six sen every month."
Why was the king surprised when the boy said he felt as rich as a king?
Because he thought his wealth made him superior to the boy
What was one of the similarities the boy pointed out between himself and the king?
They both ate from one plate
What reason did the boy give for feeling as rich as a king?
"We eat and sleep the same."
Study Notes
The Boy's Circumstances
- The boy lived in a small village near the forest with no mother or father.
- His uncle, the chief cook for the king, took pity on him and invited him to stay in the palace.
The Boy's Work
- The boy worked hard to help his uncle in the palace.
- His tasks included washing plates, polishing cups, cleaning dining room tables, and mopping floors.
The Boy's Wages
- The boy received six sen as his wages at the end of each month.
The King's Interaction
- The king frequently inspected the palace quarters and noticed the boy's hard work.
- The king asked the boy about his wages and whether he thought he was rich or poor.
The Boy's Response
- The boy replied that he was as rich as a king, despite earning only six sen a month.
- He explained that although the king had wealth and power, they both ate and slept the same, with no difference.
Test your understanding of the story about an orphan boy who works hard in the palace of the king's chief cook. Explore the details of his tasks, wages, and interactions with the king.
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