Question

Use a dictionary to look up the meaning of the word providence from "Rikki-Tikki-Tavi." Which definition below most closely means providence? A. a unit of a religious order B. divine guidance or care C. a department of knowledge D. a town in the Central Bahamas​

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Divine guidance or care.

Explanation:

The short story "Rikki-Tikki-Tavi" is by Rudyard Kipling that revolves around the character of a mongoose with the title name. This story narrates how this small animal became a trusted part of the family and also saved them and the house from the dangerous cobra Nag and his family.

In the story, Rikki-tikki had just fought off Nag and Nagina and also Karait when Teddy's parents came. They exclaimed that he had saved their son from being bitten and were grateful for him. Teddy's father claims "he was a providence", which can be fairly taken as being guided or cared for by a divine being.

So, the correct definition closest to the word "providence" is option B. divine guidance or care.