what is macavity's speciality ? how many times does the poet refer to it ? what is the effect of the repetition from the poem Macavity the mystery cat?
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What is Macavity’s nickname?
Hidden paw is the nick name of Macavity.
ii. Why is the Flying Squad frustrated?
Flying squad is unable to catch the cat, Macavity. So the flying squad is frustrated.
iii. Which law does Macavity break?
Macavity breaks the human law and the law of gravity.
iv. What makes the fakir stare in wonder?
The levitation of Macavity makes the fakir stare in wonder.
v. Describe Macavity’s appearance.
Macavity is a ginger cat. He is very tall and thin. His eyes are deeply sunken. His eyebrows are deeply lined with thought. His head is dome - like round in shape. His coat is dusty with neglect. His whiskers are uncombed.
vi. Where can you encounter Macavity?
Macavity can be encountered in a by-street or in the square.
vii. Why does the poet say Macavity is ‘outwardly’ respectable?
Macavity is very clever and cunning. Hence Macavity is ‘outwardly’ respectable.
viii. Who does the Secret Service suspect when a loss is reported?
Macavity does the secret service when a loss is reported.
ix. What is Macavity expected to be doing after committing a crime?
x. Mention any two qualities of Macavity.
xi. Which two characters does the poet refer to as examples of wicked cats?
Mungojerrie and Griddlebone are the two characters mentioned as the example of wicked