Questions and Answers
Who is the character that claims, 'The cub is mine'?
The Law of the Jungle allows a cub to be accepted by the Pack if only one member speaks for it.
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What role does Baloo have in the story?
He teaches the wolf cubs the Law of the Jungle.
Akela and Baloo must find two members of the Pack to speak for the _____ cub.
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Match the following characters with their roles:
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What did Bagheera suggest about Mowgli?
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The young wolves were uninterested in Mowgli and found him to be a nuisance.
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Who were the remaining wolves with Mowgli after the others went down the hill?
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Bagheera mentioned that the time will come when Mowgli will make the roar to another ________.
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What is the primary reason Bagheera believes Mowgli may be a help in the future?
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Akela is confident he can lead the pack forever.
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Who entered the Seeonee Wolf Pack?
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Akela and Bagheera talked about the importance of a leader's _____ over time.
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Study Notes
The Man-Cub Summary
- Akela, the leader of the Seeonee Wolf Pack, remains unmoved by Shere Khan's demand for the man's cub.
- The Law of the Jungle requires that a cub be spoken for by two Pack members who are not its parents.
- Shere Khan's claim to the cub is challenged by a young wolf, questioning what the Free People care about his orders.
- Mother Wolf is prepared to defend her cub against any threat to their safety.
- Baloo, the bear who teaches young wolves, advocates for the man's cub, stating there is no harm in him.
- The Pack requires an additional voice to support Baloo’s claim; the discussion focuses on accepting the cub based on a hunt's bounty.
- Bagheera interjects, suggesting that the cub may become valuable in the future and proposes the reward of a freshly killed bull as an incentive.
- The wolves express enthusiasm for accepting the cub, citing that he poses no immediate threat.
- Mowgli, the man’s cub, remains unaware of the wolves observing him, absorbed in his surroundings.
- Akela reflects on the inevitability of leadership changes in the pack, acknowledging the importance of Mowgli's potential role.
- Ultimately, Akela decides to train Mowgli as a member of the Free People, solidifying his place in the Seeonee Pack.
Author Background
- Joseph Rudyard Kipling (1865-1936) was a British author born in India.
- Renowned for children's literature, particularly The Jungle Book and Kim.
- Awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1907 for his contributions to literature.
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Dive into the world of The Jungle Book with this quiz on the dynamics between Shere Khan and Akela. Analyze the significance of the Free People and their laws amidst the threat posed by the tiger. Test your understanding of this classic tale and its themes.
