Question

why did the king go to the wise hermit and why did he go there alone and dressed like a commoner

Answer 1

The king go to the hemit because he want to know the answers for his question.He went there alone because he dont want to show that he is a king and dressed like a common person.

Answer 2

Answer:

All the answers being different, the king agreed to none. But still wishing to find the right answers, he decided to consult a wise hermit renowned for his wisdom..

The hermit lived in a wood which he never quitted, and he received none but common folk. So the king put on simple clothes, and before reaching the hermit's cell dismounted from his horse, and, leaving his bodyguards behind, went on alone.