Johnson The Perfect Pet

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Read the story, The Perfect Pet, then darken the circles for youranswers to questions 1 through 10 in the spaces provided on your answer document. Mark only one answer for each question. Directions: Choose the word or phrase with the same meaning as the underlined word.

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  • 2. 

    Elizabeth wants a pet but

    • Her parents keep saying no.

    • She can’t decide between a horse and a dog.

    • She is afraid a pet won’t get along with her plant.

    • She has no room to keep a pet.

    Correct Answer
    A. Her parents keep saying no.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "her parents keep saying no." This answer is supported by the information given in the question, which states that Elizabeth wants a pet but her parents keep saying no. This indicates that her parents are the reason she is unable to have a pet.

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  • 3. 

    Which animal does Elizabeth not suggest?

    • A dog

    • A cat

    • A fish

    • A monkey

    Correct Answer
    A. A monkey
    Explanation
    Elizabeth suggests a dog, a cat, and a fish as possible animals. However, she does not suggest a monkey.

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  • 4. 

    Which best describes Elizabeth’s character?

    • She has lots of ideas and never gives up.

    • She gets upset easily.

    • She likes things to stay the way they are.

    • She never listens to anyone else.

    Correct Answer
    A. She has lots of ideas and never gives up.
    Explanation
    Elizabeth’s character is described as someone who has lots of ideas and never gives up. This suggests that she is creative, determined, and persistent in pursuing her goals. It implies that she is open-minded and willing to explore different possibilities. This description also implies that she is resilient and does not easily give in to obstacles or setbacks. Overall, Elizabeth is portrayed as a proactive and tenacious individual.

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  • 5. 

    Elizabeth’s perfect pet turns out to be

    • Carolyn, the cactus plant.

    • A bug named Doug.

    • A monkey named Sam.

    • No pet at all.

    Correct Answer
    A. A bug named Doug.
    Explanation
    Elizabeth's perfect pet turns out to be a bug named Doug. This suggests that Elizabeth has a unique and unconventional preference for pets. While a cactus plant or a monkey may be more common choices, Elizabeth's choice of a bug named Doug showcases her individuality and willingness to think outside the box when it comes to selecting a pet.

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  • 6. 

    Why was it diffi cult for Elizabeth to snuggle with Carolyn?

    • Carolyn was too slimy.

    • Carolyn was too big.

    • Carolyn was too prickly.

    • Carolyn was too small.

    Correct Answer
    A. Carolyn was too prickly.
    Explanation
    Elizabeth found it difficult to snuggle with Carolyn because Carolyn was too prickly.

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  • 7. 

    Where did Elizabeth fi nd her perfect pet?

    • In the bathtub

    • In the backyard

    • On the rug

    • At her friend’s house

    Correct Answer
    A. On the rug
    Explanation
    Elizabeth found her perfect pet on the rug.

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  • 8. 

    Elizabeth’s parents worry about a horse’s appetite.

    • Size

    • Noise

    • Wish to eat

    • Sleep

    Correct Answer
    A. Wish to eat
    Explanation
    Elizabeth's parents worry about a horse's appetite because they are concerned about the horse's desire or inclination to eat. They may be worried that the horse is not eating enough or that it has a voracious appetite, which could indicate a potential health issue or nutritional imbalance.

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  • 9. 

    What is Elizabeth’s plan?

    • Work hard to earn money for a pet

    • Surprise her parents into agreeing to a pet

    • Get her parents to come up with an idea for a pet

    • Trade her plant for a pet

    Correct Answer
    A. Surprise her parents into agreeing to a pet
    Explanation
    Elizabeth's plan is to surprise her parents into agreeing to a pet. This means that she wants to do something unexpected or special to convince her parents to allow her to have a pet. She may have a specific idea or strategy in mind to achieve this goal, but the exact details are not mentioned in the question.

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  • 10. 

    Elizabeth’s mother does not think a dog is a perfect pet because

    • It will track mud through the house.

    • It will jump all over the furniture.

    • It will bark too much.

    • It will need too much food.

    Correct Answer
    A. It will jump all over the furniture.
    Explanation
    Elizabeth's mother does not think a dog is a perfect pet because it will jump all over the furniture. This suggests that Elizabeth's mother values cleanliness and order in her home, and she believes that a dog's tendency to jump on furniture would disrupt this. It implies that she wants to maintain a neat and tidy living space without the potential mess or damage caused by a dog jumping on furniture.

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