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Assess Yourself

A. Tick () the correct answer.

1. What kind of animal is Rikki-Tikki-Tavi?

(a) a brave mongoose
(b) a cunning snake

(c) a fierce tiger
2. Who were the menacing characters in the story that Rikki-Tikki-Tavi had to

face?
(a) Nag and Nagaina

(b) Rama and Darzee
(c) Chuchundra and Teddy

3. What did Rikki-Tikki-Tavi overhear Nagaina whispering about?

(a) Her plan to leave the garden
(b) Her plan to attack the other animals

(c) Her plan to find a new home
4. How did Rikki-Tikki-Tavi outsmart Nagaina in her lair?

(a) by charming her with kind words
(b) by hiding and waiting for the right moment

(c) by offering her a gift of friendship

5. What does the story “Rikki-Tikki-Tavi” primarily teach us?
(a) The importance of being kind to all animals

(b) The dangers of living in a garden
(c) The values of courage and loyalty

B. Answer the questions briefly.

1. Why did Rikki-Tikki-Tavi feel the need to protect the bungalow and its inhabitants?

2. What motivated Rikki-Tikki-Tavi to confront the dangerous cobras, Nag and
Nagaina, despite the risks?

3. How did Rikki-Tikki-Tavi know about Nagaina’s plan to attack the humans?
What evidence supports his knowledge?

4. What does Rikki-Tikki-Tavi’s decision to destroy Nagaina’s cobra eggs reveal
about his character and sense of responsibility?

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