Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH Chapters 13-17

Front

Who is Nicodemus in 'Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH'?

Back

Nicodemus is a wise rat who serves as the Chief Engineer and leader among the rats.

Front

What role does Arthur have among the rats?

Back

Arthur is referred to as the Chief Engineer.

Front

How did the rats escape from their cage?

Back

The rats learned they could pull the knob open to escape.

Front

Who is Dr. Schultz in the story?

Back

Dr. Schultz is the man in the white coat that Nicodemus considers the leader.

Front

What type of doctor is Dr. Schultz?

Back

Dr. Schultz is a neurologist.

Front

What did the rats believe they were caught for?

Back

The rats thought they were caught for stealing food.

Front

What is the significance of the rats' ability to learn?

Back

The rats' ability to learn shows their intelligence and adaptability, which is a key theme in the story.

Front

What does the term 'NIMH' stand for?

Back

NIMH stands for the National Institute of Mental Health, which is where the rats were experimented on.

Front

What is the main conflict in Chapters 13-17?

Back

The main conflict involves the rats' struggle for freedom and their plans to escape from human control.

Front

How do the rats view humans?

Back

The rats have a complex view of humans, seeing them as both a threat and a source of knowledge.