Reading – daily routine – pets
Read the article below about pets and answer the following questions.
Dans de nombreuses maisons françaises et nord-irlandaises, les animaux de compagnie font partie intégrante de la famille. Les animaux de compagnie les plus populaires sont les chiens et les chats, avec lesquels nous sommes nombreux à partager notre vie. Cependant, certains ménages ont d'autres animaux de compagnie, tels que les poissons rouges, les perroquets, les perruches, les hamsters, les souris et même les serpents comme compagnons bien-aimés.
Des études ont montré que posséder des animaux est bon pour notre santé mentale et, dans certains cas, physique. Les chiens et les chevaux aident leurs propriétaires à être plus actifs et sont souvent utilisés comme animaux de thérapie, ainsi que les chats et les lapins.
Les jeunes tirent de nombreux avantages de la possession d'un animal de compagnie - les animaux leur apprennent la responsabilité, la compassion et la patience, booste leur confiance en eux, réduit leur anxiété et leur tiennent compagnie.
Question
Which animals are the most popular pets in French and Northern Irish households?
Dogs and cats.
Question
Name two other animals that are treasured family pets in France and Northern Ireland.
Goldfish, parrots, budgies, hamsters, mice and snakes.
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How can having pets benefit people?
They can be good for mental and physical health.
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What animals alongside dogs and cats are used for pet therapy?
Horses and rabbits.
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What does owning a pet teach young people?
Responsibility, compassion and patience.
Translation:
In many French and Northern Irish homes, pets are a fundamental part of the family. The most popular domestic animals are dogs and cats, with whom many of us share our lives. However, some households have other domestic animals, such as goldfish, parrots, budgies, hamsters, mice and even snakes are beloved companions.
Both adults and children can benefit from having pets in their homes. Studies have shown that owning animals can be good for our mental and in some cases physical health. Dogs and horses help their owners to be more active and are often used as therapy animals, along with some cats and rabbits.
Young people receive many benefits from owning a pet – animals teach them responsibility, compassion and patience as well as boost their self-confidence, reduce their anxiety and keep them company.
