The Jungle Book: Mowgli's Brothers (abridged): Reading Comprehension for Class 7 

In the heart of the Indian jungle, a baby boy wandered from his village and was found by Father Wolf and Mother Wolf. They protected him from the fierce tiger Shere Khan, who wanted to make him prey. The wolves named the boy Mowgli and raised him as one of their cubs. He learned to run, climb, and speak the language of the jungle. Bagheera the black panther and Baloo the bear became his teachers, guiding him with the Law of the Jungle—hunt for need, not pride. As Mowgli grew older, he became brave and clever, but Shere Khan continued to threaten him. One day, when the tiger attacked, Mowgli used fire, which animals feared, to drive him away. The jungle creatures cheered his courage. Still, Mowgli felt different, knowing he was human. When he saw people by the river, he wondered where he truly belonged. Finally, as a young man, he decided to go to the human village but promised his wolf family never to forget them. The wolves howled their farewell, proud of their human brother. Mowgli understood that courage and loyalty made a leader, not birth or strength. 

Why Reading Comprehension Matters in Grammar? 

Reading comprehension enhances grammar by placing words and sentences in meaningful contexts. For Class 7 learners, this worksheet is important because: 
1. It builds vocabulary related to nature, animals, and personal development. 
2. It strengthens comprehension of how values like courage, loyalty, and responsibility are expressed. 
3. It fosters an understanding of themes like leadership and identity. 
4. It improves critical thinking by analyzing the complexities of Mowgli’s identity and leadership qualities. 

What’s Inside This Worksheet? 

This worksheet includes activities designed to test comprehension, recall, and deeper reflection: 
🧠 Exercise 1 – Multiple Choice Questions 
Students answer questions about Mowgli’s upbringing, the Law of the Jungle, and the battle with Shere Khan. 

✏️ Exercise 2 – Short Answer Questions 
Learners describe how Mowgli was raised by the wolves, his feelings about being human, and his final decision. 

📋 Exercise 3 – Deep Thinking Questions 
Students explore Mowgli’s leadership qualities, the theme of belonging, and how the author conveys the significance of loyalty and courage. 

✅ Answer Key (For Parents & Educators) 

Exercise 1 – Choose the Correct Option 
1. Who rescued Mowgli in the jungle? 
- a. Father Wolf and Mother Wolf. 

2. Who were Mowgli’s teachers? 
- b. Baloo and Bagheera. 

3. What helped Mowgli defeat Shere Khan? 
- d. Fire. 

Exercise 2 – Short Answers 
1. He was found and adopted by the wolves.
2. They taught him law, honesty, and bravery.
3. He wanted to live among humans but stay loyal.

Exercise 3 – Extended Thinking 
1. Bravery, loyalty, and gratitude define leadership.
2. By showing him face Shere Khan fearlessly.
3. It gives strength and self-understanding.
4. “defend” – protect from danger.

This worksheet encourages students to reflect on leadership, courage, and the importance of identity and belonging. 

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