Question

Why does the poet call macavity a mystery cat

Answer 1

Explanation:

Macavity is a mystery cat because no crime agency was ever able to arrest this criminal mastermind during or after his committing a crime. They could never get his paw-prints. Macavity is also known as 'Hidden Paw.'

Answer 2

ANSWER:

• Macavity is called a mystery cat. It is believed that he has a 'hidden paw' or a hidden foot which helps him in escaping the crime scene in no time. He is called a master criminal who has baffled the police, Scotland Yard and the Flying Squad.