Moments: In the Kingdom of Fools

Topics in this chapter

• The One-Price Economy
• Foolish Governance and Rulers
• Absurd Justice and Blame
• Guru, Disciple, and Wisdom
• Satire and Social Criticism
• Plot Development and Foreshadowing
• Ending, Title, and Themes

Cheat sheet

Practice questions

1. Question 1Q-473405

   Why did the disciple decide to remain in the Kingdom of Fools even after his guru warned him to leave?

   1. A.He wanted to become a minister in the kingdom.
   2. B.He was attracted by the cheap food because everything cost the same.
   3. C.He believed the king was wise and just.
   4. D.He wished to teach the people how to obey laws.
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2. Question 2Q-9FE49F

   What does the chain of blame during the investigation of the collapsed wall mainly reveal about the kingdom's justice system?

   1. A.It is based on careful evidence and fair reasoning.
   2. B.It protects poor people from punishment.
   3. C.It is arbitrary because responsibility is shifted without examining the real cause.
   4. D.It gives every accused person a chance to defend himself properly.
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3. Question 3Q-6F1EF9

   Why does the guru's plan to make the king and the minister take the disciple's place succeed?

   1. A.The king and minister secretly wish to escape from the kingdom.
   2. B.They are frightened by the claim that the person executed first will gain a favourable rebirth.
   3. C.The executioner refuses to obey the king's order.
   4. D.The disciple confesses that he caused the wall to collapse.
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4. Question 4Q-C6F188

   How does the ending of "In the Kingdom of Fools" show that wisdom is more powerful than authority?

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5. Question 5Q-BD64C3

   What was the immediate economic effect of the king’s order that every commodity should cost one duddu in the Kingdom of Fools?

   1. A.Essential goods became available only to the wealthy.
   2. B.People were attracted because even expensive food became very cheap.
   3. C.Farmers stopped producing food because prices increased.
   4. D.Merchants began selling all goods without payment.
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