Explanation:
Let’s read the poem carefully and answer each question using only what is written in it.
1.
What must you be careful about when you visit the zoo?
The first line says: *“Be careful of what you say or do, When you visit the animals at the zoo.”*
So, you must be careful about
what you say or do.
2.
Why mustn’t you make fun of the camel’s hump?
The poem says: *“Don’t make fun of the camel’s hump, He’s very proud of his noble hump.”*
So, because
he’s very proud of his noble hump.
3.
What does the chimpanzee think about himself?
The poem says: *“He thinks he’s as wise as you or me.”*
So, the chimpanzee thinks
he is as wise as you or me.
4.
When will you be welcome at the zoo?
The last two lines say: *“Treat them as well as they do you, And you’ll always be welcome at the zoo.”*
So, you’ll be welcome
when you treat the animals as well as they treat you (i.e., with respect and kindness).
Now, write full sentence answers as asked.
Final Answer:
1. You must be careful about what you say or do when you visit the zoo.
2. You mustn’t make fun of the camel’s hump because he’s very proud of his noble hump.
3. The chimpanzee thinks he is as wise as you or me.
4. You will be welcome at the zoo when you treat the animals as well as they treat you.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of 4th grade poetry comprehension worksheet.
