Aero and Officer Mike---Story Elements

_{What is the author's purpose for writing this story?}

• to entertain readers and make them laugh

• to inform readers about K-9 officers

• to show people that dogs are better than cats

• to convince people to adopt a pet

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What makes Aero a good partner?

• his loyalty to Officer Mike

• his powerful nose and speed

• his ability to catch criminals

• all of the above

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^{How does Officer Mike communicate with Aero?}_

• hand signals and spoken commands

• facial expression

• text messaging

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How does Aero stay healthy?

• He chases birds.

• He only eats many treats.

• He gets regular check-ups with the vet.

• He goes to the gym every day.

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What does Aero do for play?

• He chases a tennis ball.

• He hangs out at the dog park.

• He plays Minecraft.

• He plays hide-and-seek.

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How do Officer Mike and Aero teach others?

• They are on television.

• They have a YouTube channel.

• They visit schools and give demonstrations.

• They perform in the circus.

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What are the rules for meeting Aero?

• Never come up behind Aero.

• Let him sniff your hand.

• Pet Aero gently on the head and ears.

• Speak softly to Aero.

• All are important rules for meeting Aero.

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_{What does Officer Mike do at the end of every shift?}

• writes a report for the police chief

• goes to McDonald's and orders a # 2

• gives Aero a bath

• takes bad guys to jail

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Where does Aero live?

• at the police station

• outside in a doghouse

• with Officer Mike

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Dogs can be trained to help people in many ways. What are other ways dogs help people?

• Dogs can fetch your lunch.

• Dogs can lead people who can't see, walk or hear well.

• Dogs can let you rub their bellies.

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