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What is Mahendran's full name, according to the text?
What is Mahendran's full name, according to the text?
What emblem was associated with the ancient Pallava kings?
What emblem was associated with the ancient Pallava kings?
According to Ravi, Mahendran is scientifically descended from which creature?
According to Ravi, Mahendran is scientifically descended from which creature?
Which historical figure does Ravi claim Mahendran is descended from?
Which historical figure does Ravi claim Mahendran is descended from?
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Why did Mahendran tip a few red chillies over himself?
Why did Mahendran tip a few red chillies over himself?
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What does Ravi's unexpected 'whoop EEK' sound indicate about his character?
What does Ravi's unexpected 'whoop EEK' sound indicate about his character?
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Why did Ravi drag Mridu to the backyard?
Why did Ravi drag Mridu to the backyard?
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What did Meena mention as a reason for keeping the cat a secret?
What did Meena mention as a reason for keeping the cat a secret?
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Why did Ravi mention that people tell them to be kind to animals?
Why did Ravi mention that people tell them to be kind to animals?
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What did Ravi do with the glass of milk when Paati saw him with it?
What did Ravi do with the glass of milk when Paati saw him with it?
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What was the symbolism behind Ravi mentioning 'the tumbler'?
What was the symbolism behind Ravi mentioning 'the tumbler'?
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What inference can be made about Paati based on her reaction towards the cat?
What inference can be made about Paati based on her reaction towards the cat?
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Study Notes
Characters and Their Characteristics
- Mahendran's full name is not mentioned in the text.
- Ravi is scientifically-minded and has a playful side, as indicated by his unexpected 'whoop EEK' sound.
Historical Figure
- According to Ravi, Mahendran is descended from the ancient Pallava kings.
Events
- Mahendran tipped a few red chillies over himself, but the reason is not specified.
- Ravi dragged Mridu to the backyard, possibly to show her something or to get her involved in an activity.
The Cat
- Meena kept the cat a secret, possibly due to fear of disapproval or other reasons not specified in the text.
- Ravi mentioned that people tell them to be kind to animals, implying that the family has a history of treating animals with compassion.
Paati and the Glass of Milk
- When Paati saw Ravi with the glass of milk, he did something with it, but the exact action is not specified.
- Ravi's mention of 'the tumbler' symbolizes the incident with Paati and the glass of milk.
- Paati's reaction towards the cat indicates that she is possibly strict, cautious, or not fond of pets in the house.
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Test your reading comprehension skills with a passage about Mridu entering a house and noticing a pair of large black slippers neatly placed beside hers. Answer questions about characters and their actions to assess your understanding.
