Lesson 3 Comprehension Questions "Dogs"

How long do puppies need to stay with their mothers before they can leave them?

8 weeks

What can my dog do?

A dog can play fetch which means I throw something and it brings it back to me. A dog can help at home by bringing the newspaper.

What else do dogs need?

A dog need a collar and nametag. A leash is clipped to the collar to go for walks.

What are dogs?

Dogs are mammals. They feed their babies with milk. Dogs are cousins to wolves and coyotes. Most dogs live with people as pets.

What do dogs eat?

Dogs eat canned food and dry food. A dog can chew on special bones to keep its teeth strong and clean.

Where do dogs live and sleep?

Dogs live in a house with their owner. Dogs can sleep on a special bed, in a bedroom, and on a bed in a bedroom.

What can I do for my dog?

I can play with my dog every day so it gets exercise. I can brush my dog with a special brush to keep its coat clean and smooth.

What did the author compare how much a dog weighs to?

The author described a dog weighing as much as a bicycle.

What did the author compare how big puppies are and how much they weigh to?

The author described that a puppy is as big as a cat and weighed as much as a big bag of sugar.

Why did the author compare the size and weight of a puppy to a cat and large bag of sugar?

The author knew a 2nd grader who know how big a cat was and how heavy a large bag of sugar would weigh.

Why did the author compare the weight of a dog to a bicycle?

The author knew that a 2nd grader has a bike and knows how heavy a bike is.

What word describes how many puppies a mother dog has?

litter