Based on the passage, what first made Irene want to study parrots?
Based on paragraphs 7–8, scientists studied other animals because they believed birds were
In paragraph 20, “game” is in quotation marks to show that Alex
Which of the following is the main idea of paragraphs 21 and 22?
Based on paragraph 24, which of the following best shows how well Alex could communicate?
In paragraphs 29–31, the author repeats the word “or” mostly to show
Based on the passage, what is the main lesson in the story about Clever Hans?
Based on the passage, what does the author most likely believe about Alex?
Read the sentence from paragraph 2.
"They were only imitating, or "parroting," sounds they heard - or so most people thought.
What does the word parroting mean as it is used in the sentence?
Read the sentence from paragraph 6.
"The subject of animal communication drew Irene like a magnet."
Which meaning of the word drew is used in the sentence?
Based on paragraphs 13 and 14, what does “a bumpy start” mean?
This question is a text-based essay question. Write your essay in the space provided in your Student Answer Booklet. Your essay should:
- Present and develop a central idea.
- Provide evidence/details from the passage(s).
- Include correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
Based on the passage, write an essay to explain how Alex changed as he spent more time with Irene. Be sure to use information from the passage to develop your essay.