Rikki-Tikki-Tavi
1. Respond to “Rikki-Tikki-Tavi” by completing these sentences:
a. I thought this story was ……..
b. T was frightened for Rikki-Tikki-Tavi when ………
c. The scene I liked best was ………………..
2. Describe three conflicts that Rikki-Tikki-Tavi faces. Which conflict do you
think is his greatest challenge? Why? How is it resolved?
3. Motive refers to the reason for a character’s behavior. What was Rikki’s
motive for fighting Nagaina? What did he want?
4. What was Nagaina’s motive for fighting Rikki? What did she want?
5. What does Darzee’s chant tell about the garden animals’ feelings for Rikki?
Give specific words from the chant to support your answer.
6. Did Rikki’s conflicts with the deadly garden bullies remind you of your own
experiences? For ideas, think back to what you said about bullies before you
read the story.
7. The animal world of Rikki-Tikki-Tavi is filled with conflict and danger.
What causes the war in this animal story? What causes most wars among
people?