A Pet for Calvin

How do Calvin's parents' reactions to his pet worm differ from that of his grandmother?

• Calvin's parents were excited about the worm but grandma thought is was yucky.

• The grandma thought the worm was too weird but Calvin's parents supported his pet.

• Both the grandma and Calvin's parents supported his choice of pet.

• Calvin's parents did not want him to keep the worm and his grandma was excited for him to finally have a pet he could care for.

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How would you describe Calvin as a pet owner?

• Calvin was irresponsible and didn't care for his pet worm.

• Calvin didn't really care about owning a pet.

• I would describe Calvin as being a responsible and caring pet owner.

• Calvin is the worst pet owner in the history of all stories.

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In "A Pet for Calvin", why are paragraphs 18 and 19 important to the plot?

(Use complete sentences in your answer.)

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What type of pet does Calvin have in the story 'A Pet for Calvin'?

• A dog

• A cat

• A worm

• A fish

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How does Calvin feel about his pet worm?

• He is indifferent.

• He is scared.

• He is excited and caring.

• He is annoyed.

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What lesson does Calvin learn from having a pet worm?

• Responsibility and care.

• How to train a pet.

• How to feed a pet.

• How to play with a pet.

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Which character supports Calvin's choice of pet the most?

• His parents

• His grandmother

• His teacher

• His friend

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What is the main theme of 'A Pet for Calvin'?

• Adventure

• Friendship

• Responsibility

• Mystery

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How do Calvin's friends react to his pet worm?

• They are impressed.

• They are scared.

• They are supportive.

• They are indifferent.

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What does Calvin name his pet worm?

• Wiggly

• Squirmy

• Slimy

• Crawly

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