6 Questions
What is Skimbleshanks' occupation?
Railway cat
What is Skimbleshanks' personality trait?
Meticulous and thorough
What is one of Skimbleshanks' responsibilities?
Checking the train's cargo and luggage
In which year was the poem 'Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats' published?
1939
Who adapted 'Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats' into a musical?
Andrew Lloyd Webber
What is Skimbleshanks' physical appearance?
Sleek and black
Study Notes
Skimbleshanks: The Railway Cat
Overview
- Skimbleshanks is a fictional character in T.S. Eliot's 1939 poem "Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats"
- He is a Anthropomorphic cat who works as a railway cat on the Night Mail train from London to Scotland
Characteristics
- Skimbleshanks is described as a sleek, black cat with a passion for order and precision
- He is meticulous and thorough in his work, ensuring the smooth operation of the train
- He is also depicted as a bit of a show-off, with a flair for the dramatic
Responsibilities
- Skimbleshanks is responsible for checking the train's cargo and luggage, as well as keeping the train clean and tidy
- He also assists the train's staff and passengers, ensuring their safety and comfort during the journey
Adaptations
- Skimbleshanks has been featured in various adaptations of "Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats", including the 1981 musical "Cats" by Andrew Lloyd Webber
- In the musical, Skimbleshanks is portrayed as a charismatic and energetic character, with a memorable song and dance number
Skimbleshanks: The Railway Cat
Overview
- Skimbleshanks is a fictional character in T.S.Eliot's poem "Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats" published in 1939
- He is an anthropomorphic cat working as a railway cat on the Night Mail train that travels from London to Scotland
Characteristics
- Skimbleshanks is a sleek and black cat with a strong passion for order and precision
- He is meticulous and thorough in his work, ensuring the smooth operation of the train
- He has a flair for the dramatic and is also depicted as a bit of a show-off
Responsibilities
- Skimbleshanks checks the train's cargo and luggage to ensure everything is in order
- He keeps the train clean and tidy, and assists the train's staff and passengers
- He ensures the safety and comfort of passengers during the journey
Adaptations
- Skimbleshanks has been featured in various adaptations of "Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats"
- He was portrayed as a charismatic and energetic character in the 1981 musical "Cats" by Andrew Lloyd Webber
- Skimbleshanks has a memorable song and dance number in the musical "Cats"
Test your knowledge of Skimbleshanks, the fictional railway cat from T.S. Eliot's poem 'Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats'. Learn about his characteristics and role on the Night Mail train.
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