Test: The Friendly Mongoose - 1 - Class 6 MCQ

The farmer brought a mongoose one evening.

The farmer suggested getting a pet to his wife, as indicated in the dialogue where he says, 'We must have a pet.'

This conversation typically occurs between spouses discussing family matters, making option A accurate.

The mongoose has a bushy tail, which helps with balance and is a distinctive feature of its appearance.

The farmer’s wife did not trust the mongoose because she perceived it as a potential threat. This mistrust was likely rooted in:

• Common fears associated with mongooses.
• Stories that depict mongooses in a negative light, especially in relation to children.
• A natural instinct to protect her child’s safety.

The farmer had nothing to do so he decided to go out in the fields.

The mongoose's mouth was blood-stained because it had bitten a venomous snake, resulting in blood from the wound.

Mongooses typically have dark-coloured eyes. Their eyes are often described as shiny black, which helps them in hunting at night by reflecting light effectively.

In many folktales, such as 'Rikki-Tikki-Tavi', a mongoose is known for protecting children by:

• Fighting and defeating snakes
• Serving as the hero in this scenario

On the floor lay a black snake sleeping. This makes sense because sleeping describes the state of the snake while it is lying on the floor, providing a clear and grammatically correct image.