Plot
Vocabulary
Characters
Themes and Morals
100

What kind of animal is Rikki-Tikki

A mongoose

100

What does "frighten" mean?

To scare someone

100

Who is the cobra Rikki-Tikki fights in the bathroom?

Nag

100

What is the main theme of the story?

Bravery or protection

200

Who is the first snake Rikki-Tikki fights?

Karait

200

What does "courage" mean?

The ability to do something even when you're afraid

200

What is the name of the boy Rikki-Tikki protects?

Teddy

200

How does Rikki-Tikki show loyalty?

By defending the family at all costs

300

Where does the story take place?

India
300

What does "curiosity" mean?

A strong desire to learn something

300

Who do Nag and Nagina want to kill

(Hint: It's not just Rikki-Tikki)

His family

300

Why is teamwork an important theme in the story?

What is because Rikki gets help from Darzee and his wife?

400

How does Rikki-Tikki defeat Nagaina?

By following her into her hole and killing her

400

What does "foe" mean?

An enemy or opponent

400

Which bird helps warn Rikki-Tikki of danger?

Darzee

400

What moral lesson does the story teach about fear?

That courage can overcome fear

500

Why does Rikki-Tikki protect the family?

Because they saved him from drowning

500

What is a "veranda"?

A porch or outdoor area connected to a house

500

Who tricks Nagaina by pretending to have an injured wing?

Darzee's wife

500

How does the story show the importance of family?

Through Rikki protecting both the human and animal families