Zoo part 4

Which statement best describes how the reader can tell that the selection is written from a third-person omniscient point of view?

• It includes the thoughts of Professor Hugo from his perspective.

• It includes the thoughts and feelings of all of the characters.

• It focuses on the feelings of the children visiting the zoo.

• It focuses on the perspective of the animals in the zoo.

What is the effect of the point of view in paragraphs 8–14, after the scene change?

• It presents family life on Kaan in a familiar and relatable way.

• It shows why the creatures of Kaan are so interesting to people on Earth.

• It emphasizes the physical strangeness of the Kaan creatures.

• It proves that life on Kaan is notably different than life on Earth.

The word "embrace" comes from the Latin prefix in-, meaning “in,” and root bracchium, meaning “arm.” Based on this information, what is the meaning of the word embrace as it is used in paragraph 9?

• To include in a group

• To take into account

• To accept and support

• To hold in one's arms

The author’s use of the omniscient point of view in most of the story best enables the reader to —

• understand the reactions of the humans and the creatures

• judge Professor Hugo's effect on crowds

• create a mental picture of the setting

• identify with Professor Hugo's excitement

Which statement best expresses the theme of the selection?

• Space travel is a worthwhile dream and pursuit

• A sense of curiosity is universal among thinking beings

• Strange creatures tend to make us feel threatened

• Wild animals belong in their natural environment

What is one theme the author presents through the use of descriptions of human behavior?

• Humans spend money carelessly.

• Humans value exciting entertainment.

• Humans wish to explore other planets.

• Humans like to be frightened.

Which two things does Professor Hugo do to ensure big crowds at his zoo?

• Stays only a short while

• Uses a microphone

• Brings new creatures each year

• Charges only two dollars

• Allows people and creatures to interact

Which phrase best describes Professor Hugo?

• A clever businessman

• A reckless leader

• A strange traveler

• A scary entertainer

Which TWO details about Professor Hugo’s actions best support the idea that Professor Hugo is a smart businessman?

• He collects money from both the people of Earth and the creatures of Kaan.

• He encourages the people of Earth to tell all their friends about his show

• He lies to the people of Earth about where the zoo creatures come from.

• He tells frightening stories to both the people of Earth and the creatures of Kaan.

• He takes money from the creatures of Kaan without them knowing about it.

What is Theme?

• When and where a story takes place

• The action that occurs within a story; plot

• What a character (and the reader) learns about life or the human experience

• The way the story makes you feel