Mowgli's Brothers

In "Mowgli's Brothers," which piece of textual evidence best supports the idea that Mowgli struggles to fit into the jungle environment?

• Mowgli is often seen playing with the wolf cubs.

• Mowgli is warned by Bagheera about the dangers of the jungle.

• Mowgli is able to communicate with all the animals.

• Mowgli is accepted by the wolf pack without any hesitation.

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CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

What is the central theme of "Mowgli's Brothers"?

• The importance of friendship.

• The struggle for power.

• The challenge of finding one's identity.

• The beauty of nature.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

How does Mowgli's interaction with Shere Khan propel the action in "Mowgli's Brothers"?

• It leads to Mowgli leaving the jungle.

• It causes Mowgli to become the leader of the wolf pack.

• It results in Mowgli making peace with the animals.

• It encourages Mowgli to seek revenge.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

"Shere Khan pokes his head into the wolves' den, looking for his quarry." Which definition best fits the word quarry?

• cave

• prey

• rocks

• argument

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CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Choose the human characteristic that best fits Tabaqui the jackal.

• self-sacrificing

• gentle and shy

• unafraid to take risks

• lives off others' hard work

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Which line from "Mowgli's Brothers" best supports the inference that Mowgli is brave?

• "Mowgli often played with the wolf cubs."

• "Mowgli stood his ground against Shere Khan."

• "Mowgli listened to the stories of the jungle."

• "Mowgli was afraid of the dark."

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

How does the theme of belonging develop throughout "Mowgli's Brothers"?

• Mowgli is always accepted by the jungle animals.

• Mowgli struggles to find where he truly belongs.

• Mowgli decides to live alone in the jungle.

• Mowgli never questions his place in the jungle.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What does Mowgli's decision to leave the jungle reveal about his character?

• He is indecisive.

• He is selfish.

• He is mature and understanding.

• He is fearful.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Why are the animals of the jungle unable to look directly into Mowgli's eyes?

• Mowgli not really a animal

• Mowgli is afraid of them

• Mowgli is changing into a man

• Mowgli is superior to them

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

How does the difference in point of view between Mowgli and the wolf pack create humor in "Mowgli's Brothers"?

• Mowgli thinks he is a wolf, but the wolves know he is not.

• The wolves believe Mowgli can speak their language, but he cannot.

• Mowgli tries to teach the wolves human customs.

• The wolves think Mowgli is a threat, but he is not.

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CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.K.5