Exploring The Perfect Pet by Margie Palatini

Elizabeth really wants a pet, but her parents refuse. They give her a cactus named Carolyn instead. Elizabeth suggests various pets like a horse, dog, and cat, but her parents find reasons to reject each. Eventually, Elizabeth finds a bug named Doug, who becomes her perfect pet. Doug is small, quiet, and doesn't cause trouble, making him ideal. Elizabeth's parents eventually accept Doug, and he becomes part of the family.

Why did she like the cactus plant as a pet?

(a)  

What did Elizabeth's parents give her instead of a pet?

• A cactus

• A cat

• A horse

• A dog

What was the first pet Elizabeth asked for?

• A bird

• A cat

• A horse

• A dog

Why did Elizabeth's parents say no to a dog?

• Too loud

• Too small

• Too big

• Too quiet

What did Elizabeth's parents initially think about getting a cat?

• It was a great idea

• It was not the perfect pet

• It was too expensive

• It was too small

What did Elizabeth finally decide was the perfect pet?

• A cat

• A bird

• A bug

• A fish

What was Elizabeth's initial reaction to finding Doug?

• Happy

• Scared

• Surprised

• Sad

What is the name of Elizabeth's bug?

• Buggy

• Doug

• Carolyn

• Fred

What did Doug enjoy doing?

• Riding a pony

• Playing with string

• Sunning himself

• Eating furniture

What makes Doug a unique pet according to the story?

• He dances

• He doesn't eat much

• He can fly

• He sings