The Jungle Book (Scouting)

How did Father Wolf find Mowgli?

• He heard a baby crying in the bushes.

• Shere Khan gave the baby to him.

• He found Mowgli in a river.

• Bagheera brought Mowgli to him.

Answer explanation

Scouts are trained to be observant like Father Wolf, always looking out for those in need.

Why did Mother Wolf decide to raise Mowgli?

• She wanted a human servant.

• She felt sorry for him and loved him like her own.

• She knew he would grow up to be a strong hunter.

• Akela ordered her to.

Answer explanation

The Scout Law teaches kindness and care for others, just like Mother Wolf cared for Mowgli.

What was Shere Khan’s goal in the jungle?

• To rule over all the animals

• To hunt and capture Mowgli

• To befriend Mowgli and learn his secrets

• To train Mowgli to be a tiger

Answer explanation

Scouts learn to be prepared and stay alert, just like Mowgli had to be aware of Shere Khan’s threats.

What did Baloo teach Mowgli?

• How to fight with other animals

• How to climb trees and find food

• How to hunt like a wolf

• How to roar like a lion

Answer explanation

Scouts learn survival skills like finding food in nature, similar to Mowgli’s jungle training.

How did Bagheera help Mowgli?

• He taught him how to recognize human traps

• He showed him how to roar like a tiger

• He built a treehouse for him

• He told Mowgli to leave the jungle immediately

Answer explanation

Just as Bagheera taught Mowgli about dangers, Scouts learn to identify and avoid risks in nature.

What special words did Baloo teach Mowgli to use in the jungle?

• “Jungle brothers stay together”

• “We are the same blood, you and I”

• “The jungle belongs to everyone”

• “Baloo is my protector”

Answer explanation

The Scout Promise emphasizes unity and respect, just like Mowgli’s bond with the jungle animals.

How did Mowgli escape from the Banderlogs (monkeys)?

• He fought all the monkeys by himself.

• He used a fire torch to scare them.

• He called Chil the Vulture for help using Baloo’s special words.

• He tricked the monkeys into freeing him.

Answer explanation

Communication and teamwork are key in Scouting, just like Mowgli used teamwork to escape.

What did Kaa the snake do to help rescue Mowgli?

• He tricked Shere Khan into leaving.

• He hypnotized and scared the monkeys away.

• He carried Mowgli away on his back.

• He fought Baloo and Bagheera.

Answer explanation

Scouts learn about nature and different animals, just like how Mowgli learned how different creatures behave.

What made Shere Khan finally give up on capturing Mowgli?

• He was afraid of Kaa the snake.

• He saw that Mowgli had powerful friends and left.

• He was trapped by the monkeys.

• Mowgli scared him away with fire.

Answer explanation

Friendship and loyalty, like in Scouting, help people overcome challenges.

What lesson did Mowgli learn when he reunited with his human family?

• That he should forget about the jungle.

• That family and friendships are both important.

• That he should become a hunter like Shere Khan.

• That he must never return to the jungle.

Answer explanation

Scouts learn to appreciate their community and support both their fellow Scouts and their families.