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TWO MINUTES LATER, two cud-chewing sheep raised their…

“TWO MINUTES LATER, two cud-chewing sheep raised their heads as a bike passed them on the road just outside their fence. “Did you see that?” the one cud-chewing sheep said to the other. “Two people on one bike. Isn’t that cheating?” The other sheep blinked his eyes sleepily. “Baaa, why? It makes…” quote by Jo Nesbø
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““TWO MINUTES LATER, two cud-chewing sheep raised their heads as a bike passed them on the road just outside their fence. “Did you see that?” the one cud-chewing sheep said to the other. “Two people on one bike. Isn’t that cheating?” The other sheep blinked his eyes sleepily. “Baaa, why? It makes the bike even heavier when you’re going uphill. Besides, they’re dead last.” “That’s not the point,” the one sheep said. “Is it allowed?” The other chewed his cud for a bit while he contemplated this. “No idea,” he finally said. “I’m a sheep, you know? We don’t know that kind of thing.””

Jo Nesbø

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A humorous dialogue where sheep question the fairness of a bike with two riders, highlighting absurd logic and perspective.

In simple terms: Sheep discuss fairness of a bike with two riders.

Key Takeaway

Question assumptions about fairness and perspective.

Themes

humor absurdity perspective

Mood

playful thought‑provoking

Type

satirical conversational

When to use this quote

  • everyday conversation
  • teaching moments
  • creative writing

Key Concepts

logic social norms

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does the absurdity reveal about human judgments?
  • How can humor expose hidden biases?
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