1. How did Toto end up at grandfather's private zoo?
Explanation:
Grandfather was an animal lover who noticed an attractive monkey tied to a feeding trough with a tonga-driver. He bought Toto from the driver for five rupees and brought him to his private zoo.
2. What makes Toto pretty?
Explanation:
Toto's bright, mischievous eyes, pearly white teeth, quick and dexterous fingers, and elegant tail that served as a third hand make him pretty.
3. Why did grandfather take Toto to Saharanpur and how did they travel there? Why was Toto mistaken for a dog by the ticket collector?
Explanation:
Toto was a mischievous monkey who was causing trouble in grandfather's private zoo. Grandfather took him to Saharanpur in a bag, and during the train journey, the ticket collector mistook Toto for a dog because monkeys do not qualify as human beings.
4. How does Toto take a bath? Where did he learn this and how did he almost get boiled alive?
Explanation:
Toto tested the water temperature with his hand before gradually stepping into the bath up to his neck. He then rubbed himself all over with soap, having learned this from the author. Once, Toto climbed into a large kitchen kettle that was on the fire to keep warm. However, the water became too hot, and he almost boiled himself alive before the grandmother rescued him.
5. Why does the author suggest that Toto was not a suitable pet for them to keep for long?
Explanation:
Despite being cute, Toto was a mischievous monkey who caused trouble and incurred frequent losses. He also disturbed other animals, making it difficult to keep him in grandfather's private zoo. Therefore, Toto was not a suitable pet for them to keep for long.
6. Do you have a pet? If so, can you tell us about it?
Explanation:
Yes, I have a pet dog named Rocky. He is a loyal and affectionate companion who guards our home and keeps us safe. He is very active and loves to play, but he is not mischievous. My family and I love him very much and consider him a part of our family. We pray for his good health and happiness.
7. What was the reason behind the grandfather's decision to bring Toto home?
Explanation:
The author's grandfather was fond of animals and felt pity for Toto, who was tied to a feeding trough and looked out of place. Grandfather decided to bring him to his private zoo because he was impressed by Toto.
8. Why couldn't Toto and Nana become friends?
Explanation:
Toto was a naughty and mischievous monkey who couldn't stay still for long. Nana, on the other hand, was a well-behaved and docile donkey. When they were together, Toto would bite Nana's long ears and annoy her, causing them to not become friends.
9. What problem did Toto cause for the grandfather while they were going to Saharanpur?
Explanation:
Toto behaved well while they were going to Saharanpur. However, when the grandfather was producing his ticket, Toto poked his head out of the bag and gave the ticket collector a wide grin. The ticket collector insisted that the grandfather must buy a ticket for the pet, causing a big problem for the grandfather.
11. Where did the grandfather keep Toto immediately after he got him? Why?
Explanation:
The grandfather kept Toto in a closet and tied him securely to a peg. He did this because he wanted to keep Toto's presence a secret from the author's grandmother, who abhorred animals.
12. Who was Nana, and how did Toto tease her?
Explanation:
Nana was the family donkey, and Toto was kept in the stable with her. Toto used to tease Nana by biting on her long ears with his sharp little teeth. Even Nana got fed up with Toto.
13. In what way was Toto "a pretty monkey"?
Explanation:
Toto had bright eyes that sparkled with mischief beneath deep-set eyebrows. He often displayed his pearly white teeth in a smile that had the innocence of a child, yet there was an underlying tinge of naughtiness and mischievousness.
14. How did Toto's love for taking baths almost lead to him being half-boiled?
Explanation:
Toto loved taking baths in hot water. Once, when a kettle was kept on the fire to boil water for tea, Toto sat in it. When the water began to boil, Toto tried getting up but found the outside cold. So he sat down again and kept hopping inside and outside. After some time, he started enjoying this game.
15. Why did the grandfather give away Toto?
Explanation:
Toto was very naughty and caused trouble for everyone. He troubled the other pets and broke a lot of dishes, tore clothes, curtains, and wallpapers. He had become very difficult to handle, and so the grandfather gave him away.
16. Why did the grandfather hide Toto for some time when he brought him home?
Explanation:
The grandmother was not fond of animals, and whenever the grandfather brought a new animal home, she would make a fuss. So, to avoid this, the grandfather hid Toto for some time and announced his arrival to her when she was in a good mood.
17. Why did the grandfather decide to take Toto with him to Dehra Dun?
Explanation:
The grandfather decided to take Toto with him to Dehra Dun because there were many other pets living there. However, Toto wouldn't allow any of his companions to sleep at night, so the grandfather made the decision to take him along.
18. Give-the names of Grandfather’s pets. Where did they live ?
Explanation:
Grandfather had several pets including a monkey named Toto, a donkey named Nana, a tortoise, a pair of rabbits, a tame squirrel, and a goat. They lived together in a large cage located in the servant's quarters.
19. Write your views in the form of short paragraph on the topic “Should animals be kept as a pet”.
Explanation:
When considering keeping animals as pets, it is important to remember that they cannot communicate or express themselves like humans can. Pet owners should take precautions to ensure the safety of their pets by keeping pesticides and medicines out of reach of both animals and children. Dangerous areas such as kitchens and fireplaces should be covered to prevent accidental fires, and pets should never be left unattended around open flames. Additionally, small electrical cords can be harmful to pets and should be kept at a distance. All pots and bottles containing oil or other substances should be properly closed to avoid any mishaps.
20. How can you say that Toto was a mischievous pet ?
Explanation:
Toto was a mischievous pet who caused a lot of trouble. He had a habit of tearing the wallpaper and school blazers, scaring ticket checkers, breaking dishes, and making holes in curtains and dresses. One time, he even managed to almost boil himself in a kettle. It is clear that Toto's actions made him a difficult pet to handle, and he was constantly getting into trouble.
21. Describe the incident at Dehradun railway station after reading the story, The Adventures of Toto’.
Explanation:
In the story "The Adventures of Toto," Grandfather had to travel to Saharanpur and decided to bring Toto with him. Toto began jumping around on the platform, causing a commotion, and the ticket collector demanded that Grandfather purchase a ticket for the mischievous pet. Despite Grandfather's reluctance, the ticket collector eventually got his way.
22. “Toto was not good enough to be kept at home.” Do you agree to this state-ment. Why/why not.
Explanation:
It can be argued that Toto was not a good pet to keep at home because of his mischievous nature. He constantly caused trouble by tearing wallpaper, breaking dishes, and scaring people. His actions made it difficult for the family to keep up with the constant damage and loss of belongings.
23. “Toto was not the sort of pet we could keep for long.” Explain giving examples from the text.
Explanation:
Toto was not a pet that could be kept for long due to his mischievous behavior. He had a habit of tearing wallpaper, breaking dishes, and ruining clothing. The family could not afford to constantly replace these items and deal with the damage caused by Toto's actions.
24. Grandfather was a great lover of animals. Describe.
Explanation:
The narrator's Grandfather was an animal lover who had a tortoise, a pair of rabbits, a tame squirrel, and a goat. With the arrival of Toto, his collection of pets turned his house into a real zoo. He frequently added new animals to his collection and was often scolded by his wife for doing so. Despite this, he was always happy to acquire new animals and provide them with a home.
25. How does Toto take a bathe ? Where has he learnt to do this ?
Explanation:
Toto learned to take a bath by mimicking the narrator. He would sit in a tub of warm water and apply soap to each leg one by one. Monkeys are good at copying others, and this is how Toto learned the proper way to take a bath. He was so eager to bathe that he even sat in boiling water from a kettle in order to do so.