Name:____________________________

Directions: Read all questions carefully and select the best answer. This will NOT be graded;
rather, it is a way for me to see what you know now that we have finished our zoo research.
Write your answers on the line.

1. ______What are facts?

a. A fact is a true statement.
b. Facts can be tested and proven to be true.
c. Facts are true for everybody.
d. All of the above

2. ______How are opinions different than facts?

a. Opinions are somebody’s personal belief and are not always true for everyone.
b. Opinions do not need to be tested.
c. Opinions can change over time.
d. A and C

3. For each of the following statements, determine if it is a fact or an opinion. For each
one, circle the correct answer.
In our solar system, there are 194 moons. Harry Potter is the most popular book
series of all time.

Fact Opinion Fact Opinion

Cold pizza is better than warm pizza Indiana became a state in 1816.
because it is not as greasy as warm pizza.

Fact Opinion Fact Opinion

Miss Yoder is looking at getting a pet, but she can’t decide between a dog or a cat. To help her
make this decision, she asked Mrs. Unger for advice. Here is some information about Miss
Yoder:
 She lives in an apartment with no outdoor space.
 She is gone most of the day at school.
 She loves animals that snuggle and cuddle.

4. ______Based on the information provided above, what can you infer about Miss Yoder?
a. Miss Yoder doesn’t like animals that shed.
b. Miss Yoder needs a small animal because she lives in a small house.
c. Miss Yoder is very busy being a teacher, so she doesn’t have much time to care
for a pet.
d. B and C
To help Miss Yoder decide which pet to get, Mrs. Unger found an article on google. Before
reading the article, ANSWER question 5.

5. ______Look at the text features in the article (ex. pictures and captions). Based on the
text features, what can you infer the passage is mostly about?
a. The article is probably about why cats are better than dogs.
b. The article is probably about why dogs are better than cats.
c. The article is probably about the differences between cats and dogs as pets.
d. The article is probably about how both cats and dogs make good pets.

In the box, list which text features helped you make this decision.

Text features used to help me make this inference:



Read the article, and then answer the following questions.

6. What is the author’s purpose of this article? Is the author trying to persuade, inform, or
entertain? Circle your answer below.
The author is trying to:

Persuade Inform Entertain

On the lines provided, list one reason from the article to support your answer.

________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________

7. What is the main idea of the article?

Main Idea:_______________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________

Supporting details: On the lines below, write 2 supporting details that support your main
idea.
o __________________________________________________________________

o __________________________________________________________________
After reading this article, Mrs. Unger sent Miss Yoder the following email:

Hi Miss Yoder!

(1) After reading the article I found, I think you should get a cat. (2) Dogs require a yard,
something that you cannot provide in an apartment. (3) They also require walks, which you
might not be able to provide everyday due to your busy schedule, and cats don’t need daily
walks. (4) Cats can be left alone for most of the day, so you wouldn’t need to worry about
your cat when you’re not home. (5) Hope this helps you make a decision!

Mrs. Unger

8. ______In sentence 2 of her email, Mrs. Unger says: “Dogs require a yard, something
that you cannot provide in an apartment.” Which sentence from the article supports
Mrs. Unger’s comment?

a. Sentence 1
b. Sentence 2
c. Sentence 4
d. Sentence 8

9. ______In sentence 3, Mrs. Unger says, “Then also require walks, which you might not be
able to provide everyday due to your busy schedule, and cats don’t need daily walks.”
Which sentences in the article support Mrs. Unger’s opinion?

a. Sentences 4 and 9
b. Sentences 5 and 10
c. Sentences 3 and 4
d. Sentences 1 and 2

10. ______In sentence 4 of her email, Mrs. Unger says, “Cats can be left alone for most of
the day, so you wouldn’t need to worry about your cat when you’re not home.” Which
sentence from the article supports her statement?

a. Sentence 5
b. Sentence 6
c. Sentence 7
d. Sentence 8
 Should I get a Cat or Dog?
(Adapted from the Purina article, Should I get a Cat or Dog?)

1) (1) Choosing between getting a cat or dog can

be a tough decision, but generally speaking,
dogs require more attention while cats are more
independent. (2) But if you like to have a cuddle
with your furry friend- and not just when it suits
your cat, then perhaps a dog is the right choice
for you.

Dog Considerations:
2) (3) If you’re an energetic “outdoorsy” person who loves keeping active, a dog may be the
right choice for you. (4) Dogs need lots of attention, fresh air and regular walks, so they’re
best suited for people who have a yard, live in rural areas, or have easy access to parks and
open spaces. (5) Unlike cats, they shouldn’t be left alone all day- if you work long hours or
have a very demanding job, think about whether you can give them the full attention they
deserve. (6) You’ll also need to set aside time to train and groom them.

Cat Considerations:
3) (7) If you have limited indoor space, a busy lifestyle or simply want a more independent pet,

you might be better suited to a cat rather than a dog. (8) Cats are relatively quiet and are
happy to be left alone to sleep and entertain themselves for most of the day- especially if
they’re allowed outdoors. (9) They don’t need walking. (10) Cats don’t need as much indoor
space as dogs, especially if they have safe access to a yard. (11) Even without outside
access, cats can be content as long as they are fed a healthy diet and have access to a
litterbox, toys, and scratching posts to keep their minds and bodies busy.