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 4. Which word describes Tawny?
A 
lazy
B 
caring
C 
bored
D 
selfish
STRATEGY PRACTICE
Share with a partner something you know about training a pet.
Character and Setting
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Daily Reading Comprehension • EMC 3453 • © Evan-Moor Corp.
WEEK 22
DAY 2
READ THE PASSAGE
Visualize what is happening.
Moooove Out of My Way!
A few years ago, Cinci the cow led a carefree life on a farm. Then she was 
sold to a company that put her in a pen. She was going to be made into meat. 
Before that could happen, Cinci broke free. She jumped a six-foot fence and then 
ran wild. Cinci zigged and zagged through the streets. She left behind a trail of 
torn-up lawns. Cars screeched to a halt as the cow dashed by. Cinci finally 
spotted a park and hid in the part of the park that had many trees. The police put 
food out to trap Cinci, but that plan did not work. She ate the food but still could 
not be caught.
Days passed, and Cinci made the news. People everywhere cheered for the 
runaway cow. Ten days after Cinci had escaped, she was caught. People admired 
the cow who had worked so hard to be free. An artist helped raise money to save 
Cinci by selling many paintings. In return, he was allowed to keep Cinci. She was 
moved to a beautiful farm for rescued animals. When Cinci arrived, she was 
greeted with licks and moos from other cows. Cinci seemed to be a celebrity!
SKILL PRACTICE
Read the question. Fill in the bubble next to the correct answer.
 1. Why does Cinci most likely run away?
A 
She does not want to be
locked up.
B 
She wants to live in a park.
C 
She wants to be rescued.
D 
She likes running through
the streets.