14 Aero and Officer MIke Vocabulary and Comprehension Test

Why did the author write this story?

• to prove that dogs are smart

• to explain how to train dogs

• to show what police dogs do

• to tell how dogs can help people

Why did the author write the section called "On Duty"?

• to explain that police cars are better than regular cars

• to describe Aero's police car and tell how he protects it

• to show what a long, hard day Aero has when he works

• to show that Aero has many duties and tasks to perform

Which of the author's words show that police dogs get to play sometimes?

• "When Aero is on duty, he's not allowed to play."

• "Aero likes children and is always gentle with them"

• "Aero knows he'll also have time to explore a little and maybe chase a tennis ball while they are stopped."

• "When Aero and Officer Mike have been in the police care for a few hours, Aero will need to take a break."

Why does the author write that each person has a scent that is different from everyone else's scent?

• to help explain why Aero is so gentle with sick children

• to help explain how Aero can find people by using his nose

• to help explain why it is hard for children to play hide-and-seek

• to help explain how animals know who is friendly and who is not

Why does the author include information about how to approach Aero?

• to show readers that not all dogs are police dogs

• to explain to readers how dangerous dogs can be

• to teach readers how to be safe around police dogs

• to tell readers how scared dogs can get when they meet children

Why did the author write the section called "Back at the Station?"

• to tell how important Aero is to Officer Mike

• to tell where Aero and Officer Mike sleep every night

• to tell what Aero and Officer Mike do when they take a break

• to tell what happens at the end of Aero and Officer Mike's shift

Which of the following would Officer Mike most likely say about Aero?

• Aero spends too much time working.

• Aero enjoys working as a police dog.

• Aero wants to be like other dogs.

• Aero likes to take a lot of naps.

Which of the following does the author most likely think about Aero?

• that Aero should go to the veterinarian for check-ups more often

• that Aere is difficult to work with

• that Aero is good at his job

• that Aero is dangerous

How are the children in 4-H similar to Aero?

• They visit schools to help children.

• They do good things for the community.

• They help find people who brak the law.

• They win prizes when they do a good job.

How are Aero and the shelter dogs ALIKE?

• They need exercise.

• They need special collars.

• They live with police officers

• They get to ride in police cars