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“One thing was certain, that the white kitten had had nothing to do with it-- it was the black kitten's fault entirely.” quote by Lewis Carroll
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“One thing was certain, that the white kitten had had nothing to do with it-- it was the black kitten's fault entirely.”

Lewis Carroll

About This Quote

Source Book: Through the Looking-Glass by Lewis Carroll, 1871

A humorous twist that blames the other party for a problem, using contrasting colors as metaphor.

In simple terms: Blame the other side.

Key Takeaway

Consider responsibility before assigning blame.

Themes

humor misdirection responsibility

Mood

playful lighthearted

Type

satirical anecdotal

When to use this quote

  • family disputes
  • workplace conflicts
  • friendship disagreements

Key Concepts

literary satire absurdity

Questions to Reflect On

  • Who is truly responsible?
  • How does humor affect conflict resolution?
A Different Perspective

May overlook personal accountability.

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