Really, now you ask me,' said Alice, very much confused, 'I don't think--'Then you shouldn't talk,' said the Hatter.
In this excerpt from Alice in Wonderland, Alice expresses her confusion and hesitation when asked about something. She seems unsure and unsure of herself, indicating her current state of bewilderment in the strange and confusing world she's exploring.
The Hatter responds sharply, telling Alice that if she doesn't know or understand, she shouldn't speak at all. His remark highlights the whimsical and unpredictable nature of Wonderland, where common logic and politeness often take a backseat to absurdity and playful nonsense.
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