"I see quite a number of rings on your tail," said an Alderman to a Raccoon that he met in a zoological garden.
"Yes," replied the Raccoon, "and I hear quite a number of tales on your ring."
The Alderman, being of a sensitive, retiring disposition, shrank from further comparison, and, strolling to another part of the garden, stole the camel.
What is he mocking?
Corrupt city aldermen, known for rings of graft, respond to criticism by stealing even more.
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Discussion questions
- What does the Raccoon’s response to the Alderman tell us about self-awareness?
- How does the story illustrate the theme of judgment and its consequences?
- In what ways can we apply the moral of this story to our everyday interactions?
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