Some more questions from 'The Jungle Book'

[Haihao]

Hi,

I have got some new questions to ask of you.

[Mister Micawber]

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1. Does it mean a higher place (a mountain), where the moon looks 'low'? -- I suspect that the moon is envisioned as just rising or setting

2. I suppose that the Seal Lullaby is sung at night. If so, why does it say 'the night is behind us'? -- I don't know for sure, but perhaps here to be behind = to be supportive.

3. What does 'weary wee flipperling' mean? -- Tired, tiny, tiny-flippered baby

4. Does 'house hunting' sound like 'look for an apartment' - a place or something?-- Yes, house-hunting = looking for a place to live (here, a breeding territory).

5. Does 'haul out' mean 'retreat'? -- No; leave the water and come onto the beach.
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Native English teacher at Mister Micawber's