Macavity is a cat. Yes, really. The question of what else Macavity can be, having been answered in the affirmative as a cat, thus becomes irrelevant.
Macavity is a fictional character from T.S. Eliot's book "Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats," which was the inspiration for the musical "Cats" by Andrew Lloyd Webber. He is described as a notorious and mysterious cat who is cunning and evasive. In the story, Macavity is a master criminal and trickster who is always able to avoid capture.
Macavity's the Mystery Cat.
Macavity. Otherwise known as the Hidden Paw. (You can find the poem "Macavity - the Mystery Cat" online.)
One example of repetition in "Macavity: The Mystery Cat" by T.S. Eliot is the repeated refrain "Macavity, Macavity, thereβs no one like Macavity." This repetition emphasizes Macavity's exceptional and elusive nature. Another example is the repeated use of the word "Macavity" throughout the poem, reinforcing his central role and mysterious presence.
because (and if you listen to the song) bombolurina and Demeter say "For when they reach the scene of crime Macavity's not there!"
because (and if you listen to the song) bombolurina and Demeter say "For when they reach the scene of crime Macavity's not there!"
because he is mad.
"Macavity the Mystery Cat" is a poem by T.S. Eliot that features the character Macavity, a notorious cat who commits crimes but manages to evade capture. The poem showcases elements of mystery, wit, and cleverness in its portrayal of Macavity's escapades, as well as a humorous and playful tone. Eliot uses rhyme, rhythm, and strong imagery to bring the character of Macavity to life and entertain readers.
He is both a pet cat, because you can pet it, and a stray cat because you can stray it. :)
The cat's name is Macavity. You will find this when you read the poem
The literary terms used in the poem "Macavity: The Mystery Cat" by T.S. Eliot include personification (portraying Macavity as a human-like character), alliteration (repetition of consonant sounds in words like "Macavity's not there"), and paradox (describing Macavity as both present and absent at the same time).
WHAT!? NO! Of course he's still a criminal cat. And just as bad too.
The character Macavity was created by T.S. Eliot in 1939, in his collection of poems "Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats." Eliot's poem "Macavity: The Mystery Cat" describes a cunning and elusive feline with a talent for evading capture.