Stinky Feet

What is the purpose of the first paragraph in the text? (6.RI.5)

• To provide a scientific explanation of bacteria

• To introduce the topic in an engaging and humorous way
  
  

• To describe different types of shoes that cause foot odor
  
  

• To explain how bacteria grow on feet
  
  

How does the last paragraph contribute to the overall structure of the text? (RI.6.5)

• It provides a summary and a solution to the problem of smelly feet
  
  

• It introduces a new problem related to foot odor
  
  

• It describes an experiment about bacteria growth

• It explains why foot odor is not a real concern

What role does the sixth paragraph play in the development of the text? (RI.6.5)

• It compares different foot odors to show their severity

• It introduces a new type of bacteria that causes foot odor
  
  

• It provides ways to prevent foot odor, offering a solution to the problem

• It explains why people should ignore foot odor

What does the phrase "feet first into this topic" in the first paragraph mean?
(RI.6.4)

• To take a slow and careful approach to learning about feet

• To begin discussing the topic in an exciting and direct way

• To literally jump into a discussion about feet

• To avoid talking about foot odor

What does the term "breeding ground" mean in the third paragraph? (RI.6.4)

• A place where bacteria grow and multiply
  
  

• A place where people wash their feet

• A type of bacteria that causes foot odor
  
  

• A special type of sock material
  
  

Read this sentence from paragraph four.

“This oil is the stink culprit.”
What does the word "culprit" mean in the sentence? (RI.6.4)

• A type of bacteria

• A way to get rid of foot odor

• A scientific name for sweat

• The main cause of the odor

What claim does the author make about bacteria and its role in causing smelly feet? (RI.6.8)

• Feet only smell if they are not washed

• Shoes cause feet to smell bad
  
  

• Sweat is the only cause of foot odor
  
  

• Bacteria consume dead skin cells and produce an oil that smells
  
  

What evidence does the author provide to support the idea that bacteria create the bad smell? (RI.6.8)

• The author describes how sweat itself smells bad

• The author describes how sweat itself smells bad

• The author states that bacteria produce waste in the form of an organic oil that smells
  
  

• The author explains how shoes create a bad odor

What does the text suggest is the best way to prevent smelly feet? (RI.6.8)

• Never wearing shoes to avoid bacteria

• Washing feet daily, changing socks, and airing out shoes
  
  

• Using perfume to cover up the odor

• Wearing two pairs of socks at the same time