Question

assessment practice
answer these questions before moving on to the analyze the text section.

1. why does the author include the anecdote about the frog and the stork in paragraphs 20–24?

a to describe how the moor frog attracts a mate
b to persuade readers to learn more about white storks
c to show how eavesdropping provides an animal with prey
d to persuade readers that the moor frog should be protected

1. this question has two parts. first answer part a, then part b.

part a
what is a central idea of the text?
a parrots and storks are expert snoops.
b animal snooping can determine life or death for animals.
c creatures watch and listen only discreetly to other animals.
d animal sounds are for communicating only within the same species.
part b
select the sentence that best supports the answer to part a.
a “few people imagine that animals can be highly skilled spies and snoops.” (paragraph 5)
b “white storks are master eavesdroppers.” (paragraph 24)
c “these social birds feed together in chattering groups.” (paragraph 33)
d “creatures that catch warning signals meant for others may stay one step ahead of enemies.” (paragraph 35)

Explanation:

Question 1

To solve this, we analyze each option. Option A: The anecdote isn't about attracting a mate. Option B: It's not about persuading to learn about storks. Option C: The anecdote shows how the stork (an animal) uses eavesdropping (on the frog) to get prey, so this fits. Option D: The anecdote isn't about protecting the moor frog.

Analyze each option. Option A: The text isn't just about parrots and storks being snoops. Option B: The text discusses how animal snooping (eavesdropping, watching) can help them survive (life or death) by avoiding enemies or getting food. Option C: The text shows animals snoop, not just discreetly. Option D: The text shows animal sounds are used across species (e.g., storks use frog sounds), so this is wrong.

We need a sentence that supports Part A's central idea (animal snooping affects life or death). Option A: Introduces animals as snoops, not the consequence. Option B: Says storks are eavesdroppers, not the consequence. Option C: About feeding in groups, not relevant. Option D: Says creatures that catch warning signals (snooping) stay ahead of enemies (life or death), which supports Part A.

Answer:

C. to show how eavesdropping provides an animal with prey

Question 2 - Part A