Vocabulary
liberated; freed
What is emancipated?
He is curious and wants to meet new friends.
Who is Mole?
What is the main idea of Chapter 1?
Rat and Mole becoming friends.
short pleasure journey; an outing
What is jaunt?
friendly
What is amiable?
He refuses to listen and gets in trouble.
Who is Toad?
What is the main theme of Chapter 3
Mole ventures into the Wild Wood on his own and Ratty has to save him.
What is caustic?
unbelieving
What is incredulous?
He is old and likes to be alone.
Who is Badger?
What is the Central One Idea for Ch 1-4?
People need trusted friends and mentors to guide them and help them understand the world, community, and their place in it.
accessory
What is an appurtenance?
to talk too much
What is expatiate?
He is brave and goes to save his friend in the Wild Wood.
Who is Ratty?
Why does Toad go to prison?
He steals a car, drives fast and is cheeky with the officers.
What is the main idea of Chapter 5?
The importance of being connected to your roots, as they anchor us in the world.
cut out
What is hewn?
magnificent and impressive clothing
What is panoply?
He is a helper and healer.
Who is Pan?
What does Badger teach Mole about the history of the Wild Wood?
Badger teaches him that humans came and built a strong city but left with no clear reason. The city fell to ruins and badgers came back. The trees and plants developed in the Wild Wood and all the animals came back. Someday humans may come back but no one worries about that.
What do you think is the Central One Idea for Ch 5-8?
Lack of self control can lead to destruction and consequences, but listening to God and those who care for you will help you in times of trouble.
wasted
What is squandered?