(1) People yell "Rats!" when something horrible happens because rats are unpopular creatures. (2) We feed them to our pet snakes. (3) For years, moms and dads have climbed on top of chairs to shriek when rats appeared in their kitchens.
(4) Some people keep a domesticated version of these smart rodents as pets. (5) How is it that the same animal one group hates can be so loved by others? (6) For one thing, there is a difference between the fuzzy domesticated rat and the wild version scavenging for food in city sewers.
(7) Pet rats that form a bond with their masters can grow to be kind. (8) Just as playful as dogs and cats. (9) Rats have been known to nap in human laps and hang out on their owners' shoulders. (10) The rat is a great pet for open-minded individuals who haven't already been brainwashed into hating rodents.
(11) Pet rats live for about 2.5 years and should be kept with other pet rats as they are social creatures. (12) They like to climb and exercise so many owners build elaborate cages of tubes and multiple levels so they can watch their fur babies play. (13) Pet rats like to have furniture where they can rest and toys to throw about their homes.
(14) Much like other pets, rats need a lot of care, so they shouldn't be taken on a whim. (15) They need fresh food water and attention and entertainment. (16) Keep your pet rats in the kitchen or living room, where they can spend time with their human family.
Question 26
26.
In context, which of the following sentences would best be inserted between sentences 11 and 12?
AThey have hardly any energy so it's important to let them sleep many hours.BThey have been known to play games with especially patient owners.CThey enjoy hanging out with other rats, not just human friends.DThey prefer to live their lives in dark places that are quiet.
1 answer
The best sentence to insert between sentences 11 and 12 is:
C. They enjoy hanging out with other rats, not just human friends.
This selection complements the context of sentence 11, which mentions that pet rats should be kept with other pet rats because they are social creatures. Sentence 12 continues the discussion of their living environment, making option C a suitable fit for highlighting their social nature.
