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The Party Over There

In the simple short story "The Party Over There," a man in a hurry seeks the time from a grave judge, who dismisses a previous answer for lacking proper deliberation. The judge humorously remands the question back to the original party, leaving the man still in suspense, highlighting the absurdity of relying on uncertain information. This classic moral story illustrates the importance of credible sources and thoughtful consideration in decision-making.

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The Party Over There - Aesop's Fable illustration about truth, authority, the absurdity of haste
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Reveal Moral

"The moral of the story is that hasty judgments without careful consideration can lead to invalid conclusions, highlighting the importance of taking the time to seek accurate information."

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Quick Facts

Age Group
adult
story for class 5
story for class 6
story for class 7
story for class 8
Theme
truth
authority
the absurdity of haste
Characters
Man in a Hurry
Grave Person
Party Over There

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