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The Cat and the King

In "The Cat and the King," a clever cat critiques the monarch, expressing a preference for the "King of the Mice," which amuses the king. This very short moral story illustrates the value of wit and the unexpected freedoms it can bring, as the king humorously grants her permission to attack his Prime Minister. As with many educational moral stories, it reminds adults that cleverness can lead to unexpected consequences.

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The Cat and the King - Aesop's Fable illustration about wit, power dynamics, critique of authority
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Reveal Moral

"The moral of the story is that cleverness and wit can earn favor, even in the presence of authority."

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Quick Facts

Age Group
adult
kids
children
story for class 2
story for class 3
story for class 4
story for class 5
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Theme
wit
power dynamics
critique of authority
Characters
Cat
King
Prime Minister

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