The Kingdom Of Fools Questions and Answers PDF
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This PDF contains questions and answers about 'The Kingdom of Fools'. The content explores themes such as the importance of wisdom over foolishness, highlighting that even tempting foolhardy systems can have dangerous outcomes. The analysis touches on the dangers of irrationality and the value of shrewdness and critical thinking, through the story.
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THE KINGDOM OF FOOLS Answer the following questions in 40 to 50 words: 1. Why did the disciple decide to stay in the Kingdom of Fools? The disciple stayed in the Kingdom of Fools because he was tempted by the abundance of cheap food. He believed he could live comfortably with little effort since e...
THE KINGDOM OF FOOLS Answer the following questions in 40 to 50 words: 1. Why did the disciple decide to stay in the Kingdom of Fools? The disciple stayed in the Kingdom of Fools because he was tempted by the abundance of cheap food. He believed he could live comfortably with little effort since everything was sold at a low price, unlike in other kingdoms. 2. What was strange about the Kingdom of Fools? The Kingdom of Fools was strange because everything operated in reverse. The people worked at night and slept during the day. Prices of goods, including food, were extremely low, and even animals, such as cattle, were made to follow the odd routine. 3. How did the guru save the disciple’s life? The guru tricked the foolish king and ministers by suggesting that he and his disciple were eager to be executed, claiming the person executed first would be reborn as king. The foolish king, wanting to be reborn as a king, ordered his own execution, saving the disciple’s life. 4. Why was the king determined to execute the disciple? The king decided to execute the disciple because the accused merchant’s execution could not be carried out due to his unfit body. Since the disciple was fat and healthy, the king decided to execute him instead, as the stake required someone to be sacrificed. 5. What does the story of ‘The Kingdom of Fools’ teach us? The story teaches us the importance of wisdom over foolishness. It highlights how a foolish and irrational system, no matter how tempting, can lead to dangerous consequences. It also shows that wisdom can outwit foolishness, as demonstrated by the guru. 6. What was the reaction of the people after the king and minister died? After the king and the minister died, the people were confused and worried about who would rule them. They pleaded with the guru and the disciple to take over as their rulers. The guru agreed but only on the condition that they would restore normalcy in the kingdom.
