In a playful morning scene, Papa makes a cheese sandwich while discussing the historical value of pepper, known as black gold. The story transitions to Kutu the Pepper King, who trades pepper with Queen Ki for various delicacies. Over time, Kutu realizes he has traded away all his pepper. In a frantic chase, he attempts to recover his precious spice, highlighting the importance of valuing what one has.

What does Papa cook for breakfast?

Why was pepper considered valuable in the past?

What did Queen Ki offer Kutu in exchange for pepper?

What did Kutu want for his last meal before the final goodbye?

How did Kutu feel about not having any pepper left?

What realization did King Kutu come to regarding his pepper?

What was the outcome of Kutu's quest to retrieve the pepper?