Pet Care Story - Ashby

Which statement from the pamphlet contains an opinion?

• “Pet-care services provide walking, feeding, and playing with pets”

• “Some people hire a service to clean up pet waste in the yard or care for their pets”

• “Cats and dogs are the most common pets, but some owners want help with smaller pets”

• “Working with pets sounds like fun, but it is work too”

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According to the “Do You Have What It Takes?” section of the pamphlet, what prediction can be made about a person who scores a six on the quiz?

• This person cannot do the job.

• This person knows how to feed pets.

• This person should definitely begin a pet-care service.

• This person must decide if a pet-care service is a good choice.

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Which sentence states the main idea of the pamphlet?

• For some people, running a pet‑care service is a fun activity.

• To be successful, you must make a plan for your pet-care service.

• With careful planning, starting a pet-care service is a good choice for some kids.

• With a pet-care service, you may have the chance to work with many types of animals.

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What is another title that would help readers understand what to expect in this pamphlet?

• “Starting a Pet-Care Service”

• “Opening a Business”

• “How to Make Extra Money”

• “The Fun of Pet Care”

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What is the main idea of the section “Do You Have What It Takes?”

• Managing a pet-care service requires effort.

• Caring for pets every day can be frustrating.

• The goal of a pet-care service is to make money.

• A person must have energy to care for pets.

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What will likely happen if you follow Zora’s advice in the “What to Expect” section?

• You will have to plan time to spend with your own pets.

• Family members will have to help you with a lot of the work.

• Your schedule will be busy and keep you from getting bored.

• The neighbors will know they can depend on you for help.

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According to the pamphlet, why may kids want to begin a pet-care service?

Select three reasons kids may want to begin a pet-care service.

• They want to earn money.

• They want to get more exercise.

• They love working with animals.

• They find joy in helping others.

• They want to choose a type of pet for their home.

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Read this sentence from the “Before You Get Started” section of the pamphlet.

Take time to talk with your family and determine which adults can help you with the pet-care service and when they are available.

Which word is the closest in meaning to "determine" as it is used in this sentence?

• Conclude

•  Hope

• Announce

• Enjoy

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What is the purpose of the quiz in the pamphlet?

• To suggest to readers that they should help others

• To make readers interested in starting a business

• To help readers decide whether having a pet-care service is a good choice

• To remind readers that running a pet-care service is not about having fun

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What is the purpose of the numbered list in the “What to Expect” section?

• To let kids know they can play with the pets

• To describe ways to make the neighbors happy

• To show how important it is to create a schedule

• To explain how to be successful in caring for pets

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