Zoo by Edward Hoch Comprehension

Front

Interplanetary

Back

between the worlds

Front

With which statement would the author most likely agree?

Back

Though people may look different, they are basically the same.

Front

How does the reader know that the creatures from Kaan enjoyed the zoo?

Back

The creatures said it was well worth the money.

Front

Why are the people on Earth interested in the horse-spider creatures?

Back

Their appearance is unlike that of any creatures on Earth.

Front

What was Professor Hugo probably telling the horse-spider creatures while the citizens of Earth were viewing them?

Back

"This is a real treat for your single dollar - the little known people from Earth."

Front

What purpose do the bars on the cages serve?

Back

to make everyone feel safe from each other

Front

According to the story, why do the inhabitants of Earth and Kaan say that this has been the "very best Zoo"?

Back

Both groups felt the zoo was worth the money spent.

Front

How are the creatures from Kaan and the people from Earth similar?

Back

They both think they're the ones going to the Zoo.

Front

Which sentence uses a form of the word embrace in the same way it is used in paragraph 9? Options:

The busy mother embraced the idea of a relaxing evening at home.

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The website embraces comments expressing all types of viewpoints.

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She embraced a vegetarian diet while traveling.

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The grandmother embraces her grandchild tightly.

Back

The grandmother embraces her grandchild tightly.

Front

Which two things did Professor Hugo do to ensure big crowds at his zoo? Options: Wore a rainbow cape and top hat, Used a microphone, Brought new creatures each year, Charged only $1, Put the creatures in cages

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Brought new creatures each year, Charged only $1