Midge Bill's Adventures and Habits

The transcript narrates Gavin Maxwell's journey of adopting an otter named Midge Bill. It begins with Maxwell's decision to keep an otter instead of a dog, leading to his trip to Basra, Iraq, where he receives Midge Bill. The story unfolds with Maxwell's experiences and challenges in raising the otter, including its behavior, transportation to England, and life in London. The narrative concludes with reflections and questions about the otter's unique habits and the public's reaction to it.

Why did Maxwell decide to keep an otter instead of a dog?

• He was allergic to dogs.

• He thought an otter would be more suitable for his environment.

• He wanted to try something new.

• His friend suggested it.

What was the main reason Maxwell went to Basra?

• To collect mail from Europe.

• To explore the local culture.

• To buy supplies for his journey.

• To visit a friend.

What was unique about the otter Maxwell received?

• It was unusually large.

• It was a rare color.

• It was a new species unknown to science.

• It could speak.

How did Midge Bill behave on his first day with Maxwell?

• He was aggressive.

• He was very friendly.

• He was scared.

• He was aloof and indifferent.

What was Midge Bill's favorite activity in the bathroom?

• Turning on the tap and splashing water.

• Hiding under the sink.

• Playing with a rubber duck.

• Sleeping in the bathtub.

What problem did Maxwell face while transporting Midge Bill to London?

• The otter escaped at the airport.

• The otter was not allowed on the flight.

• The otter refused to enter the box.

• The otter injured itself in the box.

How did the air hostess react to Midge Bill on the flight?

• She asked Maxwell to leave the flight.

• She suggested keeping the otter on Maxwell's knees.

• She offered to take care of the otter.

• She was scared and refused to help.

What was one of Midge Bill's compulsive habits in London?

• Jumping on a low wall near a school.

• Chasing cars on the street.

• Barking at strangers.

• Digging holes in the garden.

What were some of the guesses Londoners made about Midge Bill's identity?

• A baby seal, a squirrel, a walrus.

• A cat, a dog, a rabbit.

• A lion, a tiger, a bear.

• A kangaroo, a koala, a platypus.

What did Maxwell find surprising about people's guesses regarding Midge Bill?

• They guessed all mustelines except an otter.

• They thought he was a common pet.

• They recognized him immediately.

• They thought he was a mythical creature.