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1. 1.

   What is meant by spring-cleaning? How did the Mole go about his spring-cleaning?

2. 2.

   From the passage, what do you learn about the location of the Mole's little home?

3. 3.

   What is the river compared to?

4. 4.

   In your own words, describe the river as seen through the eyes of the Mole.

5. 5.

   Where do you think the Mole is happier, in his hole under the ground or out in the meadows and beside the river? Give reasons for your answer.

6. 6.

   Use the following words and phrases taken from the passage in sentences of your own.

   1. progressive
   2. insatiable
   3. rambled
   4. rustle and swirl
   5. a-shake and a-shiver