Zoo - by Edward D. Hoch

The Earth people were fascinated by the creatures from Kaan because they _____________

• spoke the same languages as Earth people.
• looked like horses and ran up the sides of their cages like spiders.
• were very tall and thin.

The little one from Kaan thought that the Earth people were unusual because they ____________________

• waited in long lines to see the Professor’s Zoo.
• used dollars rather than commocs for money.
• wore garments and walked on two legs.

As the large silver spaceship settled down, the children watched with awe. Define the word awe.

• wonder
• sorrow
• confidence

When is “The Zoo” set?

• in the past
• in the present
• in the future

Which sentence best characterizes Professor Hugo?

• He was famous for his magic tricks.
• He was a clever showman.
• He was an excellent teacher.

Which statement best describes the theme of the story?

• Sometimes, things which are only different are considered strange.
• There are many different kinds of creatures in space.
• Zoos are fun to visit.

Probably, the children were very good just before the twenty-third of August because they ___________?

• enjoyed their summer vacation so much.
• wanted to be permitted to see the Professor’s Zoo.
• had just visited Professor Hugo’s Zoo.

Clues in the story suggest that Kaan is ______________?

• world very near Earth.
• a planet very different from Earth.
• Professor Hugo’s home.

Readers may infer that the Professor did not tell the creatures from Kaan that _____________

• the trip would cost nineteen commocs.
• they would visit many strange worlds.
• the Earth peoples were paying to look at them.

This story suggests that things which are unfamiliar are _____________ ?

• viewed as fascinating and strange.
• not very interesting.
• not worth paying to look at.