"The Royal Cat" Questions

1. Why does the author include paragraph 1?

• A. To show how cats have changed over the years.
• B. To establish an image of common cat behavior.
• C. To create a link between the cat and the Mau.
• D. To compare the personality of the cat to the Mau.

2. What does domesticated mean in paragraph 2?

• A. moved
• B. captured
• C. tamed
• D. produced

3. In paragraph 4, reverence means --

• A. excellent care
• B. kind rewards
• C. great power
• D. deep respect

4. Read this sentence from paragraph 4: "The Egyptians did not wish to harm the animals." Why does the author include this detail in the article?

• A. To show that Egyptians are kind.
• B. To offer a reason for releasing the cats.
• C. To show that Egyptians are reasonable.
• D. To demonstrate the high standing of cats.

5. Which statement best summarizes paragraph 5?

• A. Weighing 8-12 pounds, Egyptian Maus have short hair.
• B. Known for their spotted coats, Egyptian Maus can be one of five colors.
• C. Descended from cats in Egypt, medium-sized Maus have short, spotted fur.
• D. Purebred Egyptian Maus are a blue, black, silver, or smoke color.

6. Which word from paragraph 7 best shows how Maus are viewed in Egypt today?

• A. devoted
• B. magnificent
• C. numerous
• D. nuisance

7. According to the article, cats started gaining acceptance in Egypt when --

• A. They kept homes free from pests.
• B. Images of cats appeared on jewelry.
• C. Children received cat names.
• D. They aided armies in battle.

8. What problem do Maus currently experience in Egypt?

• A. overpopulation
• B. increased popularity
• C. neglect
• D. poor health

9. Which paragraph from the article offers the most useful information for a report about how rescue groups help animals?

• A. 3
• B. 5
• C. 8
• D. 9

10. Which idea from the article offers the best support for a presentation about the effect pets can have on owners?

• A. Cats spend hours playing and sleeping.
• B. Families mourn the death of their cats.
• C. Cats can have different personalities.
• D. People work in organizations to save cats.