Dog Smarts - Central Idea Comprehension

What is the central idea in paragraph #1 mostly about?

• why dog owner's think their dog is smart

• the ten smartest dog breeds

• how dog intelligence is determined

• how dogs rank in popularity

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CCSS.RI.6.2

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When researchers measure dog intelligence, they look for the abilities to __________.

• herd and do work

• learn and solve problems

• protect and defend

• be loyal and show affection

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CCSS.RI.6.2

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What is the central idea covered in paragraphs #2 and #3?

• the most popular dogs

• how dogs are trained for jobs

• differences in intelligence between dog breeds

• an intelligent border collie named Betsy

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

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CCSS.RI.7.2

Which breed mentioned in the passage is a popular hunting dog?

• the German shepherd

• the golden retriever

• the Rottweiler

• the border collie

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CCSS.RI.6.2

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A dog's ability to ​ (a)   , solve ​ (b)   , and ​ (c)   commands determine their intelligence.

• learn
• problems
• obey
• forget
• disobey

Read paragraph #3 and explain its central idea in your own words.

(You will need one complete sentence to receive full credit for this question.)

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.7.2