Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of Nimh Ch. 21-22

Front

What lesson did the town learn from the women buying vacuum cleaners?

Back

The town learned that the increased use of electricity from vacuum cleaners led to more coal burning, which made the women work harder to keep their floors clean.

Front

Why did the rats feel they were hated?

Back

The rats felt they were hated because they stole to survive.

Front

What did the rats learn about people's feelings towards them?

Back

The rats learned that they were the most hated animals on earth.

Front

What were the rats constantly worried about?

Back

The rats were constantly worried that they might get caught again.

Front

How did the man die in the story?

Back

The man died because one wheel of the truck had sunk into the soft earth and was stuck while he was trying to dig it out.

Front

What is the main theme of Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of Nimh?

Back

The main theme is the struggle for survival and the moral dilemmas faced by the characters.

Front

What does the character Mrs. Frisby represent in the story?

Back

Mrs. Frisby represents courage, determination, and the protective nature of a mother.

Front

How do the rats' actions reflect their survival instincts?

Back

The rats' actions, such as stealing, reflect their instinct to survive in a hostile environment.

Front

What role does electricity play in the story?

Back

Electricity symbolizes progress and the consequences of modern technology on traditional ways of life.

Front

What is the significance of the rats' intelligence?

Back

The rats' intelligence highlights the theme of adaptation and the importance of using knowledge for survival.