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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9, The Thak Man-Eater.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What lesson does Corbett teach the cub of Pipal Pani?
(a) How to catch peafowl.
(b) Not to approach his back yard.
(c) People are to feared.
(d) To be cautious returning to a kill.

2. Where does the wounded leopard go with Corbett and Robin tracking close behind?
(a) Into a dense, nearly impassable part of the forest.
(b) Up a tree.
(c) Into a large lantana bush.
(d) Into a large cluster of rocks.

3. What does Corbett say about the bungalow he stayed in while in Champawat?
(a) That there is another story "beyond the laws of nature" to tell of it.
(b) It was the only safe place for miles.
(c) It was so uncomfortable he considered spending the night in the forest.
(d) It was perfectly situated to see the valley below.

4. What does Corbett decide to do before following the blood trail from the leopard?
(a) Tie Robin to a tree.
(b) Listen to the jungle sounds to see what he could tell about the leopard.
(c) Make a plan with the other men.
(d) Clean his rifle.

5. What did the Pipal Pani tiger no longer permit after his mate left?
(a) Other tigers to be nearby.
(b) Corbett to watch his kill site.
(c) None of the above.
(d) Vultures to feed on his kills.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Corbett say he has a great distaste for?

2. Why did the young man and a group of men venture far from the village?

3. What happens that makes Corbett know he's picked a winner in Robin?

4. Which of the following best characterizes the size of the fish Corbett catches?

5. Who is with Corbett when he shoots the Thak man-eater?

(see the answer key)

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