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WorksheetsThe Royal Cat
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
Why does the author include paragraph 1?
a)
To show how cats have changed over the years
b)
To establish an image of common cat behavior
c)
To create a link between the cat and the Mau
d)
To compare the personality of the cat to the Mau
2.
What does domesticated mean in paragraph 2?
a)
moved
b)
captured
c)
tamed
d)
produced
3.
In paragraph 4, reverence means --
a)
excellent care
b)
kind rewards
c)
great power
d)
deep respect
4.
"The Egyptians did not wish to harm the animals." Why does the author include this detail in the article?
a)
To show that Egyptians are kind
b)
To offer a reason for releasing the cats
c)
To show that Egyptians are reasonable
d)
To demonstrate the high standing of cats
5.
Which statement best summarizes paragraph 5?
a)
Weighing 8-12 pounds, Egyptian Maus have short hair.
b)
Known for their spotted coats, Egyptian Maus can be one of five colors.
c)
Descended from cats in Egypt, medium-sized Maus have short, spotted fur.
d)
Purebred Egyptian Maus are a blue, black, silver, or smoke color.
6.
Which word from paragraph 7 best shows how Maus are viewed in Egypt today?
a)
devoted
b)
magnificent
c)
numerous
d)
nuisance
7.
According to the article, cats started gaining acceptance in Egypt when --
a)
they kept homes free from pests
b)
images of cats appeared on jewelry
c)
children received cat names
d)
they aided armies in battle
8.
What problem do Maus currently experience in Egypt?
a)
Overpopulation
b)
Increased popularity
c)
Neglect
d)
Poor health
9.
Which paragraph from the article offers the most useful information for a report about how groups help animals?
a)
3
b)
5
c)
8
d)
9
10.
Which idea from the article offers the best support for a presentation about the effect pets can have on owners?
a)
Cats spend hours playing and sleeping.
b)
Families mourn the death of their cats.
c)
Cats can have different personalities.
d)
People work in organizations to save cats.
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