I couldn't believe today had come! It was finally my birthday and that meant I could start working at the nearby pet store. First off, let me say that my name is Lilly, and as I'm sure you know, today's my birthday! Working at the pet shop has been my dream ever since I was a little girl, so actually getting to work with and help take care of the kitties, puppies, lizards and all sorts of animals is the coolest thing to happen to me. Some people dream of being a doctor, or a nurse, or even a teacher, but I've always wanted to work with pets. I'll say, like many people, I do have fears and that fear is snakes so I won't get to take care of them!

abI arrived at the pet store around nine in the morning and was greeted by the friendly woman that owned it who I talked with over the phone. Her hair was covering her name tag so I couldn't tell if her name was Martha, Margaret, or Mary, but it turns out she told me it was Margie so none of them were right. Margie helped me become friendly with all the animals, and I had so much fun the whole day. I fed them, gave them water, and even got to play with them! Margie didn't think I was ready to clean up after them yet so she said that could be done another day. It was everything I ever hoped and I can't wait for tomorrow!

Now, provide a numbered list of answers to these questions:

1. What is today?
2. What did that mean?
3. Where at?
4. who will have the job there?
5. How long has she fantasized about this job?
6. What is she scared of?
7. When did she show up for her job?
8. Who greeted her
9. Was she the owner?
10. What was her name?
11. Did Lilly enjoy her day?
12. Did she pick up after the critters?
13. Is she ready for her next day on the job?

Numbered answers:
1. birthday
2. start working
3. pet store
4. Lilly
5. little girl
6. snakes
7. nine
8. woman
9. yes
10. Margie
11. yes
12. no
13. yes