The drop of honey🍯 Flashcards
(5 cards)
What happened during the King’s breakfast that was to have such important consequences?
A drop of honey fell from the king’s food onto the balcony and then dripped down into the street below. The king refused to clean it up, saying it was not his problem. This small incident led to a chain of escalating events.
What did the minister want to do when he saw the cat and dog fighting?
The minister wanted to send someone to stop the fight because he was concerned it would get worse. He repeatedly suggested action, but the king refused.
What happened after the cat and dog started to fight?
Their owners tried to separate them but ended up fighting each other. Then friends and families joined in. The fight escalated into a full-blown brawl, and eventually, the town erupted into chaos and civil war
Why did so many people get involved in the fighting?
The fight between the pet owners drew in their families, then by standers, and finally soldiers who took sides, because no one intervened early, the conflict grew out of control and involved the whole town
What was the king thinking at the very end of the story?
Standing beside the ruins of his palace and town, the king finally realized his mistakes. He said sadly, “Perhaps the drop of honey was our problem after all,” understanding too late that ignoring small problems can lead to great disasters
