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Where was Kenneth Grahame born?
Where was Kenneth Grahame born?
When was The Wind in the Willows first published?
When was The Wind in the Willows first published?
What was the name of Kenneth Grahame's son?
What was the name of Kenneth Grahame's son?
As the novel begins, what is Mole doing?
As the novel begins, what is Mole doing?
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What kind of rat is Rat?
What kind of rat is Rat?
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What is Rat's occupation?
What is Rat's occupation?
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Rat is shocked that Mole:
Rat is shocked that Mole:
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Who in Chapter I tried to charge Mole a road toll?
Who in Chapter I tried to charge Mole a road toll?
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How much was the toll?
How much was the toll?
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Rat is also shocked that Mole has never seen what?
Rat is also shocked that Mole has never seen what?
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After Rat and Mole become acquainted in Chapter I, they go for a boat ride and what else?
After Rat and Mole become acquainted in Chapter I, they go for a boat ride and what else?
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In Chapter II, Rat makes up a song about what?
In Chapter II, Rat makes up a song about what?
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In Chapter II when Rat introduces Mole to Toad, what does Toad show them?
In Chapter II when Rat introduces Mole to Toad, what does Toad show them?
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In Chapter II a motorcar appears. What sound does it make?
In Chapter II a motorcar appears. What sound does it make?
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What is the name of the forest?
What is the name of the forest?
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In Chapter III, Mole enters the forest to meet whom?
In Chapter III, Mole enters the forest to meet whom?
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In Chapter III after Rat comes to find Mole, what change occurs in the weather?
In Chapter III after Rat comes to find Mole, what change occurs in the weather?
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In Chapter III, Mole hurts his leg on what?
In Chapter III, Mole hurts his leg on what?
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Who in Chapter IV treats Mole's injured leg?
Who in Chapter IV treats Mole's injured leg?
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Apart from Rat and Mole, whom does Badger shelter in Chapter IV?
Apart from Rat and Mole, whom does Badger shelter in Chapter IV?
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In Chapter IV, who appears at Badger's dwelling in search of Mole and Rat?
In Chapter IV, who appears at Badger's dwelling in search of Mole and Rat?
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Did Badger personally build his extensive quarters?
Did Badger personally build his extensive quarters?
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In Chapter V, how does Mole know when he is near his home?
In Chapter V, how does Mole know when he is near his home?
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What words are painted on Mole's front door?
What words are painted on Mole's front door?
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Which is NOT a feature of Mole's house?
Which is NOT a feature of Mole's house?
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Which holiday do Mole and Rat spend in Mole's house?
Which holiday do Mole and Rat spend in Mole's house?
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Who sings for Mole and Rat in Chapter V?
Who sings for Mole and Rat in Chapter V?
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We are told in Chapter VI that when animals walk, they walk:
We are told in Chapter VI that when animals walk, they walk:
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In Chapter VI, what color is Toad's car?
In Chapter VI, what color is Toad's car?
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In Chapter VI, who is left alone to oversee Toad?
In Chapter VI, who is left alone to oversee Toad?
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As part of his escape plan in Chapter VI, Toad asks his overseer to go for whom?
As part of his escape plan in Chapter VI, Toad asks his overseer to go for whom?
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After his escape in Chapter VI, Toad has breakfast where?
After his escape in Chapter VI, Toad has breakfast where?
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Later in Chapter VI, Toad is sentenced to twenty years in jail: twelve months for stealing a motorcar, three years for reckless driving, and fifteen additional years for what?
Later in Chapter VI, Toad is sentenced to twenty years in jail: twelve months for stealing a motorcar, three years for reckless driving, and fifteen additional years for what?
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In Chapter VII, "The Piper at the Gates of Dawn," who has gone missing?
In Chapter VII, "The Piper at the Gates of Dawn," who has gone missing?
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Who saves the child in Chapter VII?
Who saves the child in Chapter VII?
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Who occasionally writes poetry?
Who occasionally writes poetry?
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Which of the following characters helps Toad escape from jail?
Which of the following characters helps Toad escape from jail?
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To escape from jail, Toad disguises himself as what?
To escape from jail, Toad disguises himself as what?
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Later in Chapter VIII, Toad plans to purchase a train ticket but:
Later in Chapter VIII, Toad plans to purchase a train ticket but:
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Who in Chapter VIII ultimately allows Toad to ride on the train?
Who in Chapter VIII ultimately allows Toad to ride on the train?
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In Chapter IX, the "Seafaring Rat" says that he originated from where?
In Chapter IX, the "Seafaring Rat" says that he originated from where?
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In Chapter X, Toad manages to hitch a ride with whom?
In Chapter X, Toad manages to hitch a ride with whom?
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In Chapter X, what does Toad sell to the gypsy?
In Chapter X, what does Toad sell to the gypsy?
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In Chapter X, Toad crashes another motorcar. Where does the car end up?
In Chapter X, Toad crashes another motorcar. Where does the car end up?
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In Chapter XI when he returns home, what does Toad find?
In Chapter XI when he returns home, what does Toad find?
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How do the four friends reclaim Toad Hall?
How do the four friends reclaim Toad Hall?
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Once Toad Hall is reclaimed, who actually cleans it?
Once Toad Hall is reclaimed, who actually cleans it?
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How do the characters celebrate the return of Toad Hall?
How do the characters celebrate the return of Toad Hall?
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Is the barge-woman ever compensated for her horse?
Is the barge-woman ever compensated for her horse?
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At the end of the novel, Toad sends what to the jailer's daughter?
At the end of the novel, Toad sends what to the jailer's daughter?
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Study Notes
Key Author and Publication Details
- Kenneth Grahame, author of The Wind in the Willows, was born in Scotland.
- The novel was first published in 1908.
- Grahame based the stories in the book on tales he told his son, Alistair.
Character Introduction and Relationships
- Mole is introduced as spring cleaning at the beginning of the novel.
- Rat, known as a water rat, earns a living by renting boats.
- Mole has never experienced a boat ride, shocking Rat.
- Badger plays a significant role in sheltering and helping the characters, including treating Mole’s injured leg.
Significant Plot Points and Events
- In Chapter I, Mole encounters rabbits trying to charge him a road toll of sixpence, leading to Rat's surprise at Mole's lack of river experience.
- The journey unfolds with a picnic after Rat and Mole's boat ride.
- Rat composes a song about ducks in Chapter II, where Toad impressively displays his gypsy caravan.
- A motorcar, described as making a "poop-poop" sound, is introduced in the second chapter.
Setting and Locations
- The Wild Wood serves as a crucial setting where Mole and Rat navigate their adventures.
- Mole’s home features a sign reading “Mole End,” located underground, and he recognizes his home by smell.
Important Themes and Character Development
- Toad’s chaotic life includes a series of misadventures, including an escape from jail with help from the jailer’s daughter and disguising himself as a woman.
- Toad experiences consequences for his antics, resulting in severe jail time due to his insolence towards police.
Major Conflicts and Resolutions
- In Chapter VII, the theme of rescue emerges as Mole saves Otter's child.
- Toad's comically disastrous attempts to escape and navigate life lead to continuous conflicts with authority and self-identity.
- The reclaiming of Toad Hall involves clever strategies, including using secret underground tunnels to overcome weasels and other adversaries.
Conclusion and Celebrations
- Upon reclaiming Toad Hall, the friends celebrate with a grand banquet.
- Toad expresses gratitude by sending a gold chain and locket to the jailer’s daughter, highlighting themes of friendship and redemption.
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