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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. After they have eaten, how do tigers like Shere Khan feel?

2. When he is taken, how does Mowgli feel?

3. Who brings the Red Flower to the pack?

4. Who tries to claim Mowgli as his own at the pack meeting?

5. Who tells Mowgli that the pack turns against him?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Mowgli stand up for himself when the pack turns against him?

2. Explain the Law of the Jungle.

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

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

5. Describe the role of Chil the Kite and Mang the Bat in Chapter Two? What does this mean?

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

7. Deep down inside, what do you think Mowgli considers himself, a man or a wolf?

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

9. What is the final reason Mowgli is cast out of the village?

10. Why do you think Kaa turns against the others at the end of Chapter Two?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Who is the antagonist in The White Seal? In what ways?

Essay Topic 2

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?

Essay Topic 3

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

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