The Benefits of Having a Pet

Why is it worth taking the time to pick the right pet, according to the text?

• Because having a pet is expensive.

• Because having a pet is good for our health.

• Because pets do not require much space.

• Because all families want the same type of pet.

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What was the duration of the study that recorded people's exercise habits?

• 5 months

• 10 months

• 12 months

• 6 months

Who exercised more often according to the study mentioned in the text?

• People who had cats at home

• People who had birds at home

• People who had dogs at home

• People who had no pets at home

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What additional benefit did dog owners have in terms of exercise?

• They exercised at a faster pace.

• They exercised for longer periods of time.

• They exercised with more intensity.

• They exercised less frequently.

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Why do some people choose not to have a pet, according to the text?

• They don't like to exercise.

• They are allergic to pets.

• They prefer to exercise alone.

• They don't have time to train a pet.

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What is one of the calming benefits of having a pet mentioned in the text?

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What did the study in Minnesota find about petting a cat?

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According to the text, what is a surprising health benefit of pets discovered by researchers?

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What was the result of the 2011 study in Detroit on babies who had been around pets?

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According to the text, what is one of the emotional benefits of pet ownership?

• Pets can increase feelings of loneliness.

• Pets can decrease the social support for people.

• Pets can give meaning and a sense of purpose to people's lives.

• Pets can protect children from developing social skills.

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