The Mystery Cat (Chapter-3.2)

Has the poet used exaggeration for special effect? Find a few examples of it and read those lines aloud.

Having read the poem, try to guess whether the poet is fond of cats. If so, why does he call Macavity a fiend and monster?

Say 'False' or 'True' for each of the following statements.

(i) Macavity is not an ordinary cat.

(ii) Macavity cannot do what a fakir can easily do.

(iii) Macavity has supernatural powers.

(iv) Macavity is well-dressed, smart and bright.

(v) Macavity is a spy, a trickster and a criminal, all rolled in one.

Read stanza 3, and then, describe Macavity in two or three sentences of your own.

"A cat, I am sure, could walk on a cloud without coming through". (Jules Verne)

Which law is Macavity breaking in the light of the comment above?

Complete the following sentences.

(i) A master criminal is one who _____________________.

(ii) The Scotland Yard is baffled because _____________________.

(iii) _____________________because Macavity moves much faster than them.

Read the first stanza and think.

(i) Is Macavity a cat really?

(ii) If not, who can Macavity be?