What do you know about this business?' the King said to Alice. 'Nothing,' said Alice. 'Nothing whatever?' persisted the King. 'Nothing whatever,' said Alice. 'That's very important,' the King said, turning to the jury. They were just beginning
The King in Lewis Carroll's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland asks Alice what she knows about a certain business, to which she responds that she knows nothing. The King emphasizes the importance of her ignorance, indicating that not knowing is significant in the context of their discussion.
He then addresses the jury, highlighting the significance of Alice's lack of knowledge. The scene underscores themes of curiosity, authority, and the importance of understanding one's context, which are central to the whimsical yet satirical tone of the story.
