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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who tells Mowgli he is never forgotten?

2. Why does the priest suggest the woman take Mowgli into her home?

3. How many years pass before we see Mowgli again after the first Pack Council meeting?

4. Growing up, who is Mowgli taught not to trust?

5. Where is Kaa lounging, admiring his new skin?

Short Essay Questions

1. Explain the Law of the Jungle.

2. How is the wolf pack easily influenced?

3. What is the symbolism of Mowgli caught in a trap at the end of Chapter Two?

4. What does it tell you about Mowgli's character in the way that he treats others at the end of Chapter One?

5. Even though they are his friends, why do Baloo and Bagheera slap and hit Mowgli?

6. When the cattle go crazy in Chapter Three, what is Mowgli trying to do and what happens as a result?

7. In what ways is Mowgli's behavior that of a young boy in Chapter Two?

8. Explain what Mowgli does not accomplish in Chapter Three if it isn't for his friends.

9. What do you think Kaa's hypnotizing near the end of Chapter Two means?

10. What is the symbolism of Bagheera calling out for help in the battle?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe how The White Seal is a Biblical allegory. Be sure to define allegory.

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast Mowgli's life in the village compared to life in the jungle.

Essay Topic 3

Overall, what is your opinion of The Jungle Book? Do you recommend this book to friends? What do you like about it? What do you dislike?

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