The Secret Life of Pets Movie Guide | Questions | Google Formats (PG - 2016)

The Secret Life of Pets Movie Guide | Questions | Google Forms (PG – 2016) challenges students to connect with the characters and their relationships in this hilarious and cute movie. Introduce students to the concept of anthropomorphism and explore how relationships can change overtime. Discuss the idea of animal control and whether or not it is necessary.

This resource consists of 11 high-level, short answer and essay questions that will do more than just ask your students to regurgitate information. See the thumbnail images for sample questions.

This resource is meant to supplement the viewing of the film on IMDb. See the Parents Guide for content details.

Secret Life Of Pets Movie Guide for the Classroom | Quick Facts

Movie Plot (for teachers)

When terrier Max feels displaced by new dog Duke, their lost-in-the-city trek with Gidget and friends becomes a light entry point to belonging, empathy, and community support.

Teacher Guidance

1. Preview the next question before resuming playback.
2. Use pause points for cite‑and‑explain responses.
3. Encourage collaboration but discourage copy‑pasting; rewind key scenes to model close viewing.

What’s Included

• Student movie guide (PDF digital fillable)
• Student movie guide (PDF print, 4 pages)
• Google Forms (self-graded quiz)
• Answer Key (4 pages)
• CCSS alignment one-pager (PDF, 1 page)
• CCSS note: Students apply reading‑comprehension skills to film (evidence, analysis, inference).

Google Classroom Tips (quick start)

1. Make a copy of the Google Slides/Form and assign in Classroom.
2. Screen‑share the film; pause at prompts for think‑pair‑share.
3. Require student names; review responses by class period.

This independent educational resource is not affiliated with or endorsed by the film’s producers or distributors. Teachers are responsible for previewing content to ensure suitability for their students.