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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. What offer does Mole make to Rat?

2. What is Mole doing when the chapter starts?

3. What tactic does Badger try first with Toad?

4. What is Mr. Toad's new hobby?

5. Who does Mole ask Rat to introduce him to?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Rat call Mole a "dull-witted animal?"

2. What were the crimes that Toad committed, according to the court?

3. How has Mole changed after living with Rat for a few weeks?

4. How does Badger take care of the hedgehogs?

5. Describe Rat's character.

6. How does Mole react to being in the open air after leaving his home?

7. Why is it unusual for Badger to visit Rat and Mole?

8. What event causes Toad to commit a crime?

9. How does Toad escape from his room?

10. Describe what Rat calls the "tricks of the forest?"

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay comparing Kenneth Grahame's use of language to a more modern writer. How are they different? Which one is more interesting or satisfying for the reader?

Essay Topic 2

What is the function of the Sea Rat in this story? Write an essay describing his character and relationship to the theme of adventure vs. home.

Essay Topic 3

How does Mr. Badger's house reflect his character? Use details from the text to support your thesis.

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