The Adventures of Toto

Answer: Grandfather bought Toto from a tonga-driver for five rupees. The tonga-driver used to keep the little red monkey tied to a feeding-trough, and Grandfather decided to add him to his private zoo.

Answer: Toto had bright eyes that sparkled with mischief beneath deep-set eyebrows, and his teeth were pearly white. His tail also added to his good looks and served as a third hand, capable of scooping up any delicacy.

Answer: Grandfather took Toto to Saharanpur because he had to go there to collect his pension and couldn't leave Toto alone at home. He carried Toto in a black canvas kit-bag. The ticket collector insisted on calling Toto a dog because he saw Toto's head poking out of the bag and, according to railway rules, animals had to be paid for, and monkeys were classified as dogs.

Answer: Toto took a bath by testing the water temperature with his hand, then gradually stepping into the water until it reached his neck. He learned this by watching the author do it. He almost boiled himself alive when he climbed into a large kettle that was on the fire, thinking the water was just warm enough. When the water began to boil, he hopped up and down until Grandmother hauled him out.

Answer: The author says this because Toto was extremely mischievous. He tore clothes, broke dishes, frightened people, and caused a lot of damage. The family was not well-to-do and could not afford the frequent loss of dishes, clothes, curtains, and wallpaper.

Answer: [Write your own answer based on your experience with pets.]