Understanding 'Finding Cal' and Related Concepts

What is the main theme of the story 'Finding Cal'?

• The importance of choosing the right pet

• The benefits of having a pet fish

• The adventures of a lost dog

• The history of animal shelters

Which strategy helps you understand parts of a story you might have missed?

• Summarizing

• Drawing pictures

• Predicting outcomes

• Asking and answering questions

What does the comprehension skill of 'character, setting, and events' help you identify?

• The author's purpose

• The main conflict

• Details about the story's elements

• The moral of the story

What type of story is 'Finding Cal'?

• Historical

• Biography

• Non-fiction

• Fiction

How can context clues help you understand a word?

• By asking a friend

• By looking at the pictures

• By reading the title

• By examining other words in the sentence

What was Jake's initial reaction when he saw Cal at the shelter?

• He was unsure about Cal

• He was scared of Cal

• He immediately felt a connection

• He wanted a different dog

What did Jake and Cal do in the fenced yard?

• They took a nap

• Cal learned to sit and walk on a leash

• They played fetch

• Cal barked at other dogs

What is one of the settings in the story 'Finding Cal'?

• Jake's school

• A pet store

• A park

• The animal shelter

What does Jake learn from Cal by the end of the story?

• How to train a dog

• The importance of friendship

• How to build a doghouse

• The history of dogs

What is the final sentiment expressed by Jake about finding Cal?

• It was worth the wait

• It was a temporary decision

• It was too much work

• It was a mistake