Activity 1: Discussion Questions 1. Divide the class into pairs or small groups. 2. Provide each group with a set of discussion questions related to the text. 3. Instruct the groups to discuss and answer the questions together. 4. After a designated amount of time, bring the class back together for a whole-group discussion, allowing each group to share their answers and insights.

Sample discussion questions: 1. What are some of the entertaining behaviors that cats exhibit? 2. How do these behaviors relate to their instincts as predators and prey? 3. Why do cats climb to high vantage points? 4. Why do cats prefer to eat small meals throughout the day? 5. What is the purpose of cats sharpening their claws? 6. Why do cats like to hide in small spaces? 7. What are some possible reasons why cats purr? 8. How do cats’ instincts and behaviors relate to their interactions with humans?

Activity 2: Role Play 1. Divide the class into pairs. 2. Assign each pair a scenario related to the text (e.g., a cat climbing a tree, a cat hunting a toy). 3. Instruct each pair to create a short role play based on their assigned scenario. 4. Give the pairs time to practice their role plays. 5. Have each pair perform their role play in front of the class. 6. After each performance, encourage the class to discuss the behaviors and instincts exhibited by the cats in the role plays.

Activity 3: Cat Behavior Research 1. Instruct each student to choose a specific cat behavior mentioned in the text (e.g., climbing, hunting, purring). 2. Have the students conduct research on their chosen behavior, both in domestic cats and wild cats. 3. Ask the students to prepare a short presentation summarizing their findings. 4. Allow each student to present their research to the class. 5. Encourage the class to ask questions and engage in a discussion about the different behaviors and their purposes.

Activity 4: Cat Behavior Analysis 1. Provide each student with a list of cat behaviors mentioned in the text. 2. Instruct the students to choose one behavior and analyze it in more detail. 3. Ask the students to consider the possible reasons behind the behavior and its significance for cats. 4. Have the students write a short essay or create a presentation explaining their analysis. 5. Allow the students to share their essays or presentations with the class. 6. Facilitate a class discussion to compare and contrast the different analyses and perspectives.

Activity 5: Cat Behavior Debate 1. Divide the class into two groups: one in favor of cats’ behaviors being instinctual and the other arguing that they are learned. 2. Assign each group to prepare arguments and evidence to support their stance. 3. Conduct a debate where each group presents their arguments and counters the opposing group’s points. 4. Encourage the students to use the information from the text and their own research to support their arguments. 5. After the debate, facilitate a class discussion to reflect on the different perspectives presented and the evidence provided.