Charlotte's Web
Chapter 1
What did Mr Arable mean when he said Fern was yrying to rid the world of injustice?
What did Mr Arable mean when he said Fern was yrying to rid the world of injustice?
Mr. Arable was inferring that Fern's stance in saving the runt of the pigs litter was in fact, her way of saving it from an unjust death.
Fern:
"I see no difference," replied Fern, still hanging on to the ax. "This is the most terrible case of injustice I ever heard of."
Mr. Arable:
"No, I only distribute pigs to early risers," said Mr. Arable. "Fern was up at daylight, trying to rid the world of injustice. As a result,
she now has a pig. A small one, to be sure, but nevertheless a pig. It just shows what can happen if a person gets out of bed promptly. Let's eat!"
Charlotte's Web