Article Facts
Page 1 Vocab
Page 2 Comprehension
100

Who wrote this article?

Irene McConnell

100

Job 3 - Pet food taster - Find a word that means you are fussy about your food.

Picky

100

According to the author, what is the least enjoyable job on this page?

4. Roadkill Collector
200

When was this article published?

Jan 3rd 2024

200

Job 1 - Shark Tagger - What does it mean to 'observe'?

a) Watch
b) Be involved
c) Swim

a) Watch

200

According to the article, what CAN'T you do as a bed tester?

Sleep on the job

300
How many different careers are explored in this article?

7

300

List 3 words in the introductory paragraph that mean the same as 'unusual'

weird, strange, ludicrous, out-of-this-world, wacky, unique

300

How much are professional cuddlers paid?

Up to $110 per hour

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What is the purpose of this article?

a) to entertain
b) to persuade
c) to inform

c) to inform people about weird jobs in Australia

400
Job 1 - Shark Tagger - Find a word that means 'found in the ocean'

Marine

400

Why do we need roadkill collectors?

To keep the roads clean and safe.

500

Job 2 - Koala Catcher - What does 'notorious' mean?

a) 'dangerous'
b) 'known for'
c) 'afraid'

b) known for

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Around how many beer taster positions are advertised each year?

Less than 5 - "A small handful"

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