WONDER #2457: Why Are Some Animals Always Portrayed as the Villain?

Question 1 of 3

Which of these animals is NOT commonly used as a villain, according to this Wonder?

  1. Snake
  2. Cat
  3. Rat
  4. Piglet

Question 2 of 3

A 2019 study found that ______________________ are the most feared animals in the world.

  1. dogs and cats
  2. snakes and spiders
  3. spiders and rats
  4. sharks and eels

Question 3 of 3

What was the main idea of this Wonder?

  1. In stories, snakes are always villains.
  2. Some animals appear as villains more often than others because humans are commonly afraid of them.
  3. People should stop using animals as villains because it’s unfair to them.
  4. Pets like cats and dogs are never villains in stories and movies.

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