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.

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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 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.