Rikki-tikki-tavi Review Questions

Front

What is the term for a force working against the main character in a story?

Back

antagonist

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What does the word 'draggled' mean?

Back

(adj.) wet and dirty

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Front

What does it indicate about Rikki-tikki when he feels pleased to escape a blow from behind?

Back

He is proud.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What does the idiom 'eaten up from nose to tail with curiosity' mean in relation to Rikki-tikki?

Back

Rikki-tikki is extremely inquisitive and eager to explore.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RL.6.10

CCSS.RL.7.10

Front

What does 'mourning' refer to?

Back

(adj.) feeling sorrow for the death of a loved one.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Front

What is the main character of 'Rikki-tikki-tavi'?

Back

Rikki-tikki, a mongoose.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

Front

What is the role of the protagonist in a story?

Back

The protagonist is the main character around whom the story revolves.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

What is the significance of the setting in 'Rikki-tikki-tavi'?

Back

The setting influences the characters' actions and the plot's development.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

How does Rikki-tikki demonstrate bravery in the story?

Back

By confronting and fighting the snakes.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What is the theme of courage in 'Rikki-tikki-tavi'?

Back

The theme highlights the importance of bravery in overcoming challenges.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2