The March Hare questions Alice if she believes she can discover the answer to a problem. Alice affirms that she can, emphasizing that she genuinely means what she says. Their conversation highlights a playful exchange of understanding and communication.
When the March Hare suggests she should clarify her meaning, Alice insists that she does mean what she says, implying honesty and clarity in her intentions. This dialogue reflects the whimsical and sometimes confusing nature of communication in Lewis Carroll's work.