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1
Q

Why is the Water Rat feeling restless?

A

There is a feeling of change in the air.

2
Q

How is Ratty different in Chapter 9 compared to Chapter 1

A

He longs to see the Wide World now.

3
Q

wistfully

A

full of desire tinged with sadness

4
Q

The title of Chapter 9 is “Wayfarers All.” Who are the wayfarers?

A

The animals preparing to migrate the south

5
Q

blithe some

A

happy and lighthearted

6
Q

a direct comparison between two unlike things (does not use like, as, or than); shows that something unknown can be understood because it is similar to something known

A

metaphor

7
Q

What are some things that cause Ratty to be “possessed” for a time by the Sea Rat’s tales?

A

the lights reflected in the sea Rat’s eyes; the colored light of the red wine in the sea Rat’s glass; the sea-foam grey-green of the Sea Rat’s eyes

8
Q

pinions

A

wings or feathers

9
Q

epitome

A

ideal example

10
Q

What does Mole do to help Ratty?

A

Mole gives him paper and encourages Ratty to write poetry.

11
Q

When speaking about the farm and river life, what does the Sea Rat mean when he says, “It is a goodly life that you lead, friend; no doubt the best in the world, if only you are strong enough to lead it!”

A

that living tied to one place all the time takes strength

12
Q

How does Mole prove to be a true friend to Ratty at the end of Chapter 9?

A

He treats Ratty similarly to how they treated Toad, dragging him inside the house until he comes to his senses.

13
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irrevocable

A

unable to be taken back