[HS] – Are there any differences between pet animals and wild animals?

PASSAGE READING

Please read aloud the following passage. I will check your pronunciation as you read.

READ

Pets and Wild Animals

The most common pets around the world are dogs and cats. On the other hand, some people like to take care of wild animals such as bears, snakes, and lions. Keeping wild animals as pets is not safe both for animals and owners. It is important for wild animals to live in their natural home because keeping them as pets could be stressful for them. They can also be dangerous for humans because most wild animals are meat-eaters. On the other hand, pets like dogs, cats, and hamsters need humans to live. They need people to provide their basic needs such as food and shelter.

COMPREHENSION CHECK

Please answer the following questions based on the passage.

ANSWER

 

1. What are the most common pets around the world?
 
Answer: _______________________________________________

2. Why is it important for wild animals to live in their natural home?
 
Answer:_______________________________________________

3. Why do pets like dogs, cats, and hamsters need humans?
 
Answer:_______________________________________________

CONSTRUCTING SENTENCES

Please construct sentences using each word below.

PRACTICE

Words and Expressions Sample Sentences
on the other hand _______________________________________________
such as _______________________________________________
owner _______________________________________________
stressful _______________________________________________
dangerous _______________________________________________

EXPRESSING OPINIONS

Please answer the following questions based on your opinion. Give at least one reason to support your answer.

ANSWER

 

1. Do you have any pets? Please tell me more.
 
Answer: _______________________________________________

2. Which do you prefer, cats or dogs? Why?
 
Answer: _______________________________________________

3. Do you think all people should have a pet at home?
 
Answer: _______________________________________________

4. What do you think is the reason why some people don’t want to have a pet?
 
Answer:_______________________________________________

5. Why do you think some people keep wild animals as pets?
 
Answer:_______________________________________________

6. Would you ever consider having a wild animal as a pet?
 
Answer: _______________________________________________

7. Do you agree that some pets show feelings like humans?
 
Answer: _______________________________________________