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It's a pun!' the King added in an offended tone, and…

“It's a pun!' the King added in an offended tone, and everybody laughed, 'Let the jury consider their verdict,' the King said, for about the twentieth time that day.” quote by Lewis Carroll
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““It's a pun!' the King added in an offended tone, and everybody laughed, 'Let the jury consider their verdict,' the King said, for about the twentieth time that day.””

Lewis Carroll

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The king’s sarcastic comment about a pun leads to repeated courtroom jokes, highlighting absurdity.

In simple terms: King jokes about a pun, causing repeated laughter.

Key Takeaway

Recognize humor in absurd situations.

Themes

literature humor absurdity dialogue

Mood

playful ironic

Type

literary inspirational

When to use this quote

  • theatrical performances
  • creative writing
  • classroom discussions

Key Concepts

satire wordplay social commentary

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does the repeated joke reveal about power?
  • How does humor affect perception of authority?
A Different Perspective

Humor can mask deeper critique of authority.

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