Questions and Answers
At what point in time is Chapter 3?
This is after the pack meeting where Mowgli decided to leave the Jungle (Chapter 1). Chapter 1 happened after Chapter 2. So the timeline for the chapters as they occurred is 2, 1, 3.
How far did Mowgli go down the hill to get to the village?
20 miles
What did Mowgli first see when he arrived at the village?
A valley that opened up to a plain where cattle were grazing while herders were watching them. He also saw yellow dogs who guard the outside of human villages.
What did he see that would be placed in front of the gate at night?
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What did the villagers do when they saw Mowgli?
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What did Mowgli think about the crowd when he entered the village?
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What does the priest think of the marks on Mowgli?
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Why is the priest clever?
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What did Mowgli first eat and drink with the humans?
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What are the names of the people who take Mowgli in?
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Who is Nathoo?
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Why does she think Mowgli isn't Nathoo?
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How did Mowgli feel inside the house?
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What does Mowgli decide that he must do?
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Mowgli tries to repeat Messua so that....
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Where does Mowgli sleep?
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What does Messua's husband say when Mowgli leaves the bed and goes out of the window to the field?
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Who comes to Mowgli in the field?
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What warning does Gray Wolf give?
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What does Mowgli ask of Gray Wolf?
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Will Mowgli forget that he is a wolf?
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How do the other children treat Mowgli over the next three months?
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How does Mowgli react to the children and why?
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Is Mowgli weak in the village?
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Does Mowgli understand the customs of men?
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The priest recommends that Mowgli...
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Where do the men gather at night to tell stories?
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Who is Old Buldeo?
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Study Notes
Chapter Timeline
- Chapter 3 occurs after Chapter 1 and Chapter 2, with the sequence being 2, 1, then 3.
Mowgli's Journey
- Mowgli travels 20 miles down the hill to reach the village.
Arrival at the Village
- Upon arrival, Mowgli sees a valley with grazing cattle and herders, along with yellow dogs guarding the village.
Village Defenses
- Mowgli notes that thornbushes are placed in front of gates at night, indicating that men fear the Jungle People.
Villagers' Reaction
- The villagers call for a priest as they gather around Mowgli, shouting and staring at him.
Mowgli's Impression
- Mowgli perceives the crowd as lacking manners, likening them to gray apes.
Marks on Mowgli
- The priest identifies Mowgli's marks as wolf bites, but Mowgli clarifies they are scars from play with wolf cubs.
The Priest's Cleverness
- The priest cleverly suggests that Mowgli resembles Messua's son, who was taken by a tiger, knowing Messua's situation.
First Human Food
- Mowgli's first meal with humans consists of milk and bread, which are new to him.
Caretaker
- Mowgli is taken in by Messua, a woman grieving for her son.
Nathoo's Disappearance
- Nathoo is Messua's son who was taken by a tiger, prompting her interest in Mowgli.
Mowgli's Differences
- Messua doubts Mowgli is Nathoo due to his unshod feet, in contrast to the shoes she made for her son.
Feelings in the House
- Mowgli feels uneasy inside a house for the first time but realizes he could escape if necessary.
Mowgli's Determination
- He resolves to become fully human, wearing clothes, plowing fields, and trying to understand money.
Language Acquisition
- Mowgli imitates Messua to learn the human language, striving to match her pronunciation.
Sleeping Arrangements
- Mowgli sleeps in the soft grass at the field's edge.
Mowgli's Fate
- Messua's husband expresses that if Mowgli is truly their son, he wouldn't flee.
Encounter with Gray Brother
- Gray Brother, the oldest cub, visits Mowgli in the field.
Warning from Gray Wolf
- Gray Wolf warns Mowgli of Shere Kahn, who threatens to return and harm him.
News from Gray Wolf
- Mowgli requests updates from Gray Wolf, who reminds him to not forget his wolf identity, advising him to stay near the bamboo.
Mowgli's Identity
- Mowgli does not forget his wolf heritage but acknowledges being cast out of the pack.
Children’s Treatment of Mowgli
- Over three months, children treat Mowgli unkindly and mock him.
Mowgli's Temper
- The Law of the Jungle helps Mowgli control his temper, preventing him from retaliating against the children.
Strength in the Village
- Mowgli is described as being as strong as a buffalo, showcasing his physical prowess.
Understanding Human Customs
- Mowgli struggles to comprehend human customs and often makes mistakes.
Work Recommendation
- The priest advises Mowgli to begin work, categorizing him as a herder.
Storytelling at Night
- Men gather nightly under a fig tree in the village circle to share tales about men, gods, and ghosts, with monkeys listening.
Old Buldeo
- Old Buldeo is known as the village hunter who tells the best stories, captivating the audience with his tales.
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