Key ideas and evidence
(8) A goldenrod spider's pigment makes it -
blend in with its sorroundings
In paragraph 9 of the selection "Spider Skills," what does the word produce mean?
it makes
So next time you see a skating or jumping spider, enjoy the show! Just don't get too close.
Based on the information in this sentence, the reader can conclude that skating and jumping spiders are-
dangerous
Based on the information in the selection, What is the most likely reason the author includes the photographs in the selection?
to show the reader the different types of spiders
(4)The buildup of fluid in its legs allows the jumping spider to-
extended its legs rapidly
In paragraph 7 of the selection "Spider Skills," what does the word pounce mean?
to jump on
Based on the selection, the reader can conclude that jumping spiders-
are dangerous
or
have great abilities
(7) Which detail from the section "Spiders that skate" is the author best able to show with the photo "Fishing spider"?
(A) Most also have a pale stripe down each side of their bodies
(2)Which sentence from the section "Spiders that Skate " shows how a fishing spider knows it has caught something in the water?
When thet feel vibrations on the water, they run, or "skate," across the water and grab their pray.
(6) Read the sentence from paragraph 8 of the passage.
[Goldenrod spiders] like to frequent daisies, sunflowers, goldenrods, and other yellow or white flowers.
What does the word frequent mean as it is used in the sentence?
to visit
What can the reader tell about the article "Spider Skills" based on its title?
The article most likely will explain skills spiders have
The author wrote this selection most likely to-
inform the reader
(9) What is the cental idea of the selection?
Spiders can be dangerous, so humans should stay away from them.
(3)Read the sentence from paragraph 6 of the passage.
Jumping spiders species are usually patterned or brightly colored with stout bodies and short legs.
Which word best matches the meaning of the stout as used in the sentence?
Thick because
(5) part a- What flower characteristic is most important to the goldenrod spider?
part b- Which sentence from the passage best supports the answer to part A?
Part a- (A)Color
Part b- (C) If the goldenrod spider is on a yellow flower, it produces a yellow pigment, or coloring, in its body.
The sections in the article " Spider Skills" are included to-
give key information about the spiders
or to tell the reader what the sections will be about