Short Story Analysis: 'The Tiger in the House'

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What lesson did the narrator learn from the two young boys of Verona?

The significance of wealth and power

The art of negotiation and compromise

The value of education and knowledge

The importance of love, faith, and trust (correct)

Why did Lucia write a page in her diary after her brothers' visit?

To write a story for a competition

To practice her writing skills

To document her past life and current situation (correct)

To plan for the future

What was the first sign of approaching war according to Zlata Filipovic's diary?

Political unrest and protests

Increased military presence in the city

Sporadic gunshots and explosions

Empty shelves in the grocery stores (correct)

Why did Zlata's family go into the cellar during the war?

To protect themselves from airstrikes Signup and view all the answers

Why was the 'awful cellar' considered the only place that could save their lives?

It was bomb-proof and offered protection Signup and view all the answers

'Mrs. Packletide's Tiger' mentions reasons for hunting as an act of bravery. What other reason is highlighted in the text?

For entertainment and amusement Signup and view all the answers

What did Mrs. Packletide intend to do?

Shoot a tiger Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the lunch Mrs. Packletide was planning on Curzon Street?

To honor Loona Bimberton Signup and view all the answers

Why did mothers carrying their babies through the jungle hush their singing?

To prevent disturbing the sleep of the venerable herd-robber Signup and view all the answers

What attitude did Louisa Mebbin have towards money?

Protective elder-sister attitude Signup and view all the answers

What was the focus of conversation at Mrs. Packletide's planned lunch on Curzon Street?

The tiger-skin rug Signup and view all the answers

What event was Mrs. Packletide preparing for in the text?

A planned tiger hunt Signup and view all the answers

What action did the tiger take upon seeing the tethered goat?

It lay flat on the earth to rest before attacking. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Louisa Mebbin speak loudly in Hindustani?

To communicate with the village headman. Signup and view all the answers

What happened immediately after the rifle was fired at the tiger?

The tiger died. Signup and view all the answers

How did the excited natives react to the tiger's death?

They started playing music on tom-toms. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Mrs. Packletide's heart echo the triumph of the villagers' rejoicing?

Because she anticipated gaining societal status from killing a tiger. Signup and view all the answers

What was Louisa Mebbin's reaction when the tiger started approaching the goat?

She shouted a warning to Mrs. Packletide. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of the first-person narrative mode described in the text?

All observations are limited to a single character Signup and view all the answers

How does the third-person narrative mode differ from the first-person narrative mode?

It allows the narrator to reveal things unknown to characters Signup and view all the answers

Why does the text state that in the third-person narrative, the narrator can share information not known to the main character?

To highlight the omniscient nature of the third-person narrator Signup and view all the answers

What is a defining feature of the third-person narrative mode mentioned in the text?

The narrator can reveal details unknown to characters Signup and view all the answers

Why does the text mention that in first-person narrative, events are experienced through a single character?

To enhance reader empathy with that character Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes first-person narration from third-person narration based on the text?

First-person only reveals what characters know, while third-person can reveal more Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist do after the front door shut?

Went to the library. Signup and view all the answers

Where did Lavinia's steps go after passing the door to the guest room?

Back downstairs. Signup and view all the answers

What was indicated by the protagonist's conclusion about his wife sleeping late?

She was still in bed. Signup and view all the answers

Who communicated the message to the protagonist about his wife leaving?

A lawyer. Signup and view all the answers

How did the protagonist react to the note from his wife?

He wanted to be dead. Signup and view all the answers

What was the reaction of the mysterious voice to the protagonist's emotional outburst?

"That's exactly what you ought to be!" Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

The text is about a short story titled "Mrs. Packletide's Tiger" by Saki.
Mrs. Packletide, a British woman, goes on a tiger hunt in India.
She intends to shoot a tiger to bring back as a trophy for a luncheon party in her house in Curzon Street.
A tiger appears and attacks a goat, Mrs. Packletide shoots it and is praised by the locals.
Mrs. Packletide's pleasure and excitement increase as she brings the tiger skin back to England.
The text also introduces other characters such as Louisa Mebbin and their protective attitudes (towards money and the tiger respectively).
The narrator expresses his surprise and disappointment at Mrs. Packletide's actions.
The story explores themes of colonialism, hunting, and the value placed on material possessions.
The text is written in a descriptive and detailed manner, providing a vivid image of the events unfolding in the story.
Mrs. Packletide's actions are contrasted with the local people's reaction to the tiger and their respect for nature.

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