The Firework Maker's Daughter - Chapter 3 - Reading Comprehension answers

In Chapter 3 of 'The Firework Maker's Daughter', Lila experiences a brief concern when kidnapped but quickly deduces that the captors' weapons are not real and seeks an opportunity to continue her quest. Her escape is ingeniously executed by using a Crackle-Dragon firework to distract a tiger and then slipping away while her captor, Rambashi, is preoccupied with plans. Meanwhile, Chulak cleverly smuggles his elephant, Hamlet, out of captivity by using a game to distract the slaves and a tarpaulin to muffle the sound of movement and conceal the elephant during their escape.

Rambashi, a character with a cheerful and optimistic nature, yet impulsive and overly ambitious, is portrayed giving away food during the Full Moon Ceremony as a publicity stunt. His character is revealed through his numerous get-rich-quick schemes. The author heightens tension leading up to the ceremony with vivid descriptions of the environment and the crowd's anticipation. Chulak faces a setback as he is barred from speaking to the Goddess due to lack of permission to be in the sacred area. The chapter weaves a tale of adventure, cleverness, and cultural rituals, all underpinned by the characters' determination to fulfill their desires.