Breaking The Rules Of Heroism In Rikki Tavi

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Rikki Tikki Tavi, a brave fellow, was greatly loved by his adopted family. In this story Rikki confronted his problems with the local cobras, Nag and Nagaina. These snakes caused many calamities throughout Rikki’s time with Teddy’s family. Rikki Tikki, whom has protective qualities, tried to defend his family and friends from these hazardous animals. Throughout the story Rikki Tikki was a very brave and upstanding character, although he had to at some points break the rules of heroism, and act in a disrespectful way toward his friends for their greater good. Rikki Tikki at some point had to act the opposite of his usual self in order to get information to protect his friends. These moments include speaking disrespectfully, and showing his

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