9 Questions
What caused the tiger to appear dead to the men?
The tiger was hit by a bullet.
Why did the hunters decide that the Maharaja should not know they missed the tiger?
To save themselves from losing their jobs.
What did the shopkeeper do when pricing the wooden tiger for the Maharaja?
Quoted an extremely high price.
Why did the astrologer faint?
From shock of the bullet whizzing past him.
What did the hunters decide to do after realizing they missed the tiger?
Take aim from a closer distance and shoot the tiger.
What did the Maharaja wish to give his son on his third birthday?
A wooden tiger from a toyshop.
Why did the shopkeeper state that the wooden tiger was a bargain at three hundred rupees?
To emphasize its rare craftsmanship.
What did the Maharaja command to be done with the dead tiger?
Take it in procession through the town and bury it.
What was considered as an extremely rare example of craftsmanship in a toyshop?
The wooden tiger
Test your knowledge on the prophetic child who is destined to meet death. Explore the mysterious revelation given by astrologers and the miraculous event that followed.
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