Amy and Hugo's Pet Mouse Story

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What was Amy's initial opinion about mice?

She found them horrible and creepy. (correct)

She loved them and thought they were cute.

She was indifferent to them.

She considered them good pets.

What should Amy do to help Cora recognize and trust her?

Keep her tank covered.

Handle her every day. (correct)

Provide treats regularly.

Play with her at night.

What did Hugo attempt to tease Amy about?

Feeding a snake.

Holding a mouse. (correct)

Buying a mouse as a pet.

Catching mice in a store.

What was Corey's reason for taking the mice from the cage?

They were food for snakes. Signup and view all the answers

What type of food is recommended for Cora?

Little bits of fruit and veggies. Signup and view all the answers

How did Amy feel about the idea of mice being snake food?

She found it disgusting. Signup and view all the answers

How does Cora generally behave at night compared to during the day?

More active and noisy at night. Signup and view all the answers

What distinct feature did Amy notice about one mouse in the cage?

It was smaller and quieter than the others. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Hugo say Cora needs a girlfriend?

Because female mice need company. Signup and view all the answers

What behavior does Amy exhibit towards Cora that shows she is starting to develop a bond?

Feeding her with her hand. Signup and view all the answers

What action did Amy take when she returned to the pet store?

She checked on the specific mouse she noticed before. Signup and view all the answers

What was the relationship between Amy and Hugo?

They were siblings. Signup and view all the answers

How does Amy react to the idea of Nate taking Cora?

She becomes anxious. Signup and view all the answers

What did Amy think the mouse was doing to avoid being chosen?

Hiding or keeping still. Signup and view all the answers

What concern does Amy express regarding Cora's lifespan?

Mice do not live long. Signup and view all the answers

What action does Amy take that indicates she might want to keep Cora?

She offers Cora food from her hand. Signup and view all the answers

What is the initial reaction of Amy when she sees the mouse?

She wishes to free it. Signup and view all the answers

What reason does Corey give for considering the undersized mouse as a potential free addition?

It is not as cute as others. Signup and view all the answers

How does Amy decide to name the mouse after Corey?

She was unaware of its gender. Signup and view all the answers

What does Hugo think about Amy naming her mouse Cora?

He is amused by the irony. Signup and view all the answers

What does Amy do to prepare the tank for Cora?

She cleans it thoroughly. Signup and view all the answers

Why is Amy hesitant to hold Cora?

She fears being bitten. Signup and view all the answers

What does Amy use from the bathroom to create a hiding spot for Cora?

A toilet roll tube. Signup and view all the answers

What character trait is emphasized about Amy throughout her experience with Cora?

Compassion. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Amy and Hugo's Pet Mouse Experience

Amy was disgusted by mice, calling them "Horrible little scuttling creatures."
Hugo, Amy's brother, suggested a mouse as a pet.
Amy was horrified at the idea of holding a mouse.
Hugo wanted to buy fish food.
The shop assistant, Corey, put several mice into a box intended as snake food.
Amy was shocked at the idea of mice being food for snakes.
She was drawn to a smaller, quieter mouse, which she named Cora.
Cora was grey with white patches and had distinguishable black eyes.
She felt sorry for Cora.
Cora was hidden in a cardboard tube inside the cage.

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Description

Join Amy and Hugo in their unexpected adventure with a pet mouse. While Amy initially feels disgusted by the idea, she finds herself drawn to a small mouse named Cora. This story explores themes of empathy and unexpected companionship.