The King's Justice and Conflicts

In a semi-barbaric kingdom, a king uses a unique justice system involving an arena with two doors: one hiding a tiger and the other a lady. The accused must choose a door, leading to either death or marriage. The king's daughter falls in love with a commoner, who is then subjected to this trial. The princess learns which door hides the tiger and signals her lover, but the story ends without revealing the outcome, leaving readers to ponder the princess's decision.

What kind of king is described at the beginning of the story?

• A semi-barbaric king

• A wise and just king

• A kind and gentle king

• A cruel and tyrannical king

What is the purpose of the king's arena?

• To administer poetic justice

• To resolve conflicts between religious opinions

• To showcase the king's wealth

• To entertain the masses with gladiator fights

How does the king ensure fairness in his justice system?

• By allowing the accused to choose their fate

• By flipping a coin

• By using a jury of peers

• By consulting with his advisors

Who is the king's daughter in love with?

• A brave knight

• A prince from a neighboring kingdom

• A young man of noble blood but low station

• A wealthy merchant

What internal conflict does the princess face?

• Choosing between her father and her lover

• Deciding whether to reveal the secret of the doors

• Deciding whether to marry a prince or a knight

• Choosing between wealth and love

What is the unresolved question at the end of the story?

• Whether the king will forgive his daughter

• Whether the king will change his justice system

• Whether the princess will marry her lover

• Whether the tiger or the lady came out of the door