The Banquet

Riddle: A great banquet was prepared for a Roman emperor and his courtiers. 22 Dormice, 40 Larks' Tongues, 30 Flamingos and 40 Roast Parrots were served. How many portions of Boiled Ostrich were served?

Answer: 42. Each vowel is worth 2 and each consonant 4, so Dormice gives 22, ect.

Source: https://www.riddles.com/2301

A great banquet was prepared for a Roman emperor and his courtiers. 22 Dormice, 40 Larks' Tongues, 30 Flamingos and 40 Roast Parrots were served.
How many portions of Boiled Ostrich were served? — The Banquet by Rachelle Vandiver v1.

Riddle: A great banquet was prepared for a Roman emperor and his courtiers. 22 Dormice, 40 Larks' Tongues, 30 Flamingos and 40 Roast Parrots were served.
How many portions of Boiled Ostrich were served? Answer: 42. Each vowel is worth 2 and each consonant 4, so Dormice gives 22, ect. — by Rachelle Vandiver v2.