Let's solve each question from the worksheet based on *The Jungle Book* by Rudyard Kipling.
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1. What is the name of the main character in The Jungle Book?
✔ Mowgli
*Explanation:* Mowgli is a man-cub raised by wolves in the jungle and is the central character of the story.
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2. Which jungle does Mowgli live in?
✔ Sundarbans
*Explanation:* The Sundarbans, located in Bengal (now part of Bangladesh and India), is the real-world setting for the jungle in *The Jungle Book*. While other jungles like the Amazon or Congo are famous, the story is set in the Sundarbans.
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3. Who is the leader of the wolf pack in The Jungle Book?
✔ Akela
*Explanation:* Akela is the lone wolf who initially leads the wolf pack before being driven out. He becomes an ally to Mowgli but later dies after losing his status as leader.
> Note: Some versions may refer to
Raksha as the mother of Mowgli’s adoptive family, but
Akela is the official leader of the pack.
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4. What is the name of the python in The Jungle Book?
✔ Kaa
*Explanation:* Kaa is a large python who plays a significant role in the story. He is known for his hypnotic voice and wisdom.
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5. Which character in The Jungle Book is known for his love of honey?
✔ Baloo
*Explanation:* Baloo, the bear, loves honey and often sings about it. He is one of Mowgli’s closest friends and teaches him the "Bear Necessities."
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6. What is the name of Mowgli's human friend in The Jungle Book?
✔ Shanti
*Explanation:* Shanti is a human girl who lives near the village and becomes Mowgli’s friend when he visits the human world.
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7. Who is the antagonist in The Jungle Book?
✔ Sher Khan
*Explanation:* Sher Khan is the evil tiger who hunts Mowgli and wants to kill him. He is the primary villain of the story.
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8. What is the name of the human village near the jungle in The Jungle Book?
✔ Man Village
*Explanation:* The human settlement near the jungle is referred to as “Man Village” in the book. It's where Mowgli eventually returns at the end of the story.
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✔ Final Answers:
1. Mowgli
2. Sundarbans
3. Akela
4. Kaa
5. Baloo
6. Shanti
7. Sher Khan
8. Man Village
These answers are based on the original stories by Rudyard Kipling. Let me know if you'd like a printable version or further explanation!
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of the jungle book worksheet.
