Question

1. Why was the cart an important possession for the farmer and his wife?​

Answer 1

The farmer's wife strike the mongoose with her basket because she thought that it killed her son as its face and paws were smeared with blood

Answer 2

The farmer's comment on his wife's fears was that she needn't be afraid. He said that the mongoose was a friendly animal; it was as sweet as the baby and they were the best of friends.