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by Rudyard KiplingVocabGuiding Questions Thought Questions Open Response VOCAB revived – v. brought back to life or consciousness motto – n. a word or saying that expresses the goals/ideals of a person or group, a sentiment, slogan immensely – adv. enormously cultivate ** - v. to prepare land for growing, grow and plant crops cowered – v. crouched and trembled in fear gait – n. way of walking or running sluice ** - n. drain masonry – adj. built of stone or brick braced – v. strengthened by supporting the weight, made ready for an impact or shock consolation ** - n. comfort cunningly – adv. done in a sly and crafty way; performed with skill, usually to deceive bounding – v. moving with leaps or jumps, bouncing mournful – adj. feeling or expressing grief and sorrow fledgling – n. a young bird just able to fly, a young inexperienced person plagued – v. vexed or tormented, afflicted with misfortune Back to top GUIDING QUESTIONS 1. How is it that Rikki-tikki-tavi comes to join Teddy’s family? 2. What is the reason it is so difficult to frighten a mongoose? 3. For what reason are Teddy’s parents accepting of the fact that a wild animal is sleeping in the nursery with their son? 4. If you were living in a place where safety from wild animals, such as reptiles, were a concern, what are some other measures you could take to provide this security? 5. Who are Nag and Nagaina? 6. Give two to four (2-4) examples of some of the activities these two engage in during a day. 7. Explain how Nag and Nagaina feel about Rikki-tikki-tavi. 8. What do the snakes want and how do they plan to achieve it? 9. What happens when Nag hides in the bathroom? 10. Propose a method to dispose of Nag’s body that even the most easily grossed out person might be comfortable with using. 11. Describe the very significant thing that Darzee’s wife does to help. 12. Compare and contrast the actions of Darzee’s wife to Darzee’s own behavior during this crisis. 13. What does Nagaina do alone to try and complete her and Nag’s original plan? 14. Identify and explain the key action that Rikki-tikki-tavi makes to draw Nagaina away from the family. 15. What do you think is the most risky action Rikki-tikki-tavi takes in his attempt to save and protect the family from Nagaina? 16. Describe the outcome. Back to top Thought Questions 1. If Rikki-tikki-tavi was a person living in our society, to what kind of profession or occupation would he be well suited? Pretend you are a career counselor and Rikki-tikki came to you for guidance or job placement. Consider his skills and personality. How would you advise him? Toward what profession would you encourage him to apply? Give two to four (2-4) reasons which support your decision. 2. Imagine that you are having some difficulties with some of the students at school. There are one or two older kids who keep giving you a hard time and you have to admit, you are a bit nervous and uncomfortable about the situation, maybe even a little scared. Aside from Rikki-tikki-tavi, what other animal / character from the story would you choose to have on your side, supporting you? Identify the character and explain in detail the reasons for your choice. Back to top Open Response Question PROMPT: In the short story, “Rikki-tikki-tavi”, we meet a wide variety of characters including Rikki-tikki-tavi, Nagaina, Darzee the bird, Darzee’s wife, and Teddy’s father. a. Select one of these characters and briefly describe his/her role in the story. Provide two to four (2-4) things they do in the story. b. Choose one of these actions mentioned above and analyze how it is significant. Explain what this action shows about this character’s personality. c. Relate this character and his/her action to your own life. Who and in what situation have you seen someone behave in a similar fashion? What did you learn about this person from the event? Back to top |
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