Gavin Maxwell and Midge Bill: A Journey with Otters

The video explores the life of Gavin Maxwell, focusing on his relationship with his pet otter, Midge Bill. Maxwell's journey begins in Iraq, where he acquires Midge Bill, a unique otter species. The narrative follows their life together, highlighting Midge Bill's playful nature and the challenges Maxwell faces while transporting him to England. In London, Midge Bill becomes a curiosity, sparking varied public reactions. The video captures Maxwell's deep affection for otters and his adventures with Midge Bill.

What is Gavin Maxwell's best-selling work that describes his life with otters?

• A Reed Shaken by the Wind

• The Rocks Remain

• Ring of Bright Water

• God Protect Me from My Friends

Where did Gavin Maxwell decide to get an otter for a pet?

• Basra

• Scotland

• Southern Iraq

• London

What was unique about Midge Bill, the otter?

• He was a known species of otter

• He was a previously unknown species

• He was a gift from a local shop

• He was found in Scotland

How did Midge Bill initially react to Maxwell?

• He was aloof and indifferent

• He was scared

• He was aggressive

• He was friendly and playful

What was Midge Bill's favorite pastime?

• Sleeping

• Playing with a rubber ball

• Eating

• Running

What problem did Maxwell face while transporting Midge Bill?

• Midge Bill refused to enter the box

• Midge Bill injured himself trying to escape

• The airline refused to allow pets

• Midge Bill was too large for the box

How did the passengers react when Midge Bill escaped on the plane?

• They laughed and took pictures

• They panicked and shrieked

• They ignored him

• They tried to catch him

What game did Midge Bill invent while in London?

• Playing fetch

• Rolling a ball on a suitcase

• Chasing his tail

• Jumping through hoops

What were some of the guesses people made about Midge Bill's species?

• A bird or a fish

• A dog or a cat

• A baby seal or a squirrel

• A rabbit or a fox

Who had the most surprising reaction to Midge Bill in London?

• A laborer

• A shopkeeper

• A police officer

• A child