Pet Care Story - Ashby

Which statement from the pamphlet contains an opinion?

• “Pet-care services provide walking, feeding, and playing with pets”

• “Some people hire a service to clean up pet waste in the yard or care for their pets”

• “Cats and dogs are the most common pets, but some owners want help with smaller pets”

• “Working with pets sounds like fun, but it is work too”

According to the “Do You Have What It Takes?” section of the pamphlet, what prediction can be made about a person who scores a six on the quiz?

• This person cannot do the job.

• This person knows how to feed pets.

• This person should definitely begin a pet-care service.

• This person must decide if a pet-care service is a good choice.

Which sentence states the main idea of the pamphlet?

• For some people, running a pet‑care service is a fun activity.

• To be successful, you must make a plan for your pet-care service.

• With careful planning, starting a pet-care service is a good choice for some kids.

• With a pet-care service, you may have the chance to work with many types of animals.

What is another title that would help readers understand what to expect in this pamphlet?

• “Starting a Pet-Care Service”

• “Opening a Business”

• “How to Make Extra Money”

• “The Fun of Pet Care”

What is the main idea of the section “Do You Have What It Takes?”

• Managing a pet-care service requires effort.

• Caring for pets every day can be frustrating.

• The goal of a pet-care service is to make money.

• A person must have energy to care for pets.

What will likely happen if you follow Zora’s advice in the “What to Expect” section?

• You will have to plan time to spend with your own pets.

• Family members will have to help you with a lot of the work.

• Your schedule will be busy and keep you from getting bored.

• The neighbors will know they can depend on you for help.

According to the pamphlet, why may kids want to begin a pet-care service?

Select three reasons kids may want to begin a pet-care service.

• They want to earn money.

• They want to get more exercise.

• They love working with animals.

• They find joy in helping others.

• They want to choose a type of pet for their home.

Read this sentence from the “Before You Get Started” section of the pamphlet.

Take time to talk with your family and determine which adults can help you with the pet-care service and when they are available.

Which word is the closest in meaning to "determine" as it is used in this sentence?

• Conclude

•  Hope

• Announce

• Enjoy

What is the purpose of the quiz in the pamphlet?

• To suggest to readers that they should help others

• To make readers interested in starting a business

• To help readers decide whether having a pet-care service is a good choice

• To remind readers that running a pet-care service is not about having fun

What is the purpose of the numbered list in the “What to Expect” section?

• To let kids know they can play with the pets

• To describe ways to make the neighbors happy

• To show how important it is to create a schedule

• To explain how to be successful in caring for pets