Malaika's Adventures: Learning to Hunt

Malaika takes her cub on a daytime exploration to teach her hunting skills. They visit the gully plains, a prime hunting ground, where the cub learns about prey like cuckoo and Impala. Despite being distracted by play, the cub eventually participates in a successful hunt. Malaika secures a puku in a tree, encouraging the cub to practice climbing and eating off the ground, which are vital skills for her development.

What is significant about Malaika's outing with her cub?

• They are visiting a new hunting ground.

• It's the first time they explore at night.

• It's the first time they explore during the day.

• They are meeting other animals.

What is the cub learning about in the gully plains?

• How to build a shelter.

• How to find water.

• How to climb trees.

• Potential prey like cuckoo and Impala.

What is Malaika's main goal during this outing?

• To explore new territories.

• To meet other animals.

• To teach her cub hunting skills.

• To find a new home.

How does the cub react to the gully?

• She is scared and hides.

• She ignores it completely.

• She is more intrigued with the gully than the prey.

• She immediately starts hunting.

What does the cub need encouragement to do?

• To play with other cubs.

• To climb the tree.

• To eat the meal.

• To leave the comfort of the dark thicket.

What does Malaika do with the puku she catches?

• She leaves it on the ground.

• She eats it immediately.

• She gives it to another animal.

• She hauls it up a tree.

Why is climbing important for the cub?

• It helps her escape predators.

• It improves her balance and climbing skills.

• It allows her to find new friends.

• It helps her find water.

What does the cub do before climbing the tree?

• She takes a nap.

• She drinks water.

• She investigates the fur her mom plucked.

• She plays with other cubs.

What new experience does the cub have with her meal?

• Eating a meal in the water.

• Eating a meal up in a tree.

• Eating a meal with other cubs.

• Eating a meal on the ground.

How does Malaika ensure the cub can eat safely?

• By feeding the cub herself.

• By keeping other animals away.

• By guarding the cub while it eats.

• By securing the carcass well in the tree.