Vocab
The hawk was looking for prey in the trees. What is the meaning of prey?
an animal hunted by others for food
Which animals have feathers?
Birds and reptiles
Only some types of birds
birds and some mammals
All different kinds of birds
All different kinds of birds
Because elderly people have brittle bones, they are injured a lot. What does brittle mean?
easily broken
What is the main idea of the story?
Feathers have many different jobs to do.
The bird`s eyes are surrounded by bristle feathers. What does bristle mean?
short and stiff hairs on an animal
Why are some feathers like camouflage clothing?
A. They distract predators
B. They use their colors to attract other birds
C. They keep birds and eggs warm.
D. They help birds blend in with the forest.
D. They help birds blend in with the forest.
The scientists used a system to classify the feathers. What does system mean?
how things are connected by characteristics
What kinds of feathers best help keep birds warm?
A. stiff and dry feathers
B. soft, fluffy feathers
C. Curved feathers with ridges
D. long feathers with delicate ends.
B. soft, fluffy feathers
The contour of the full moon was round. What does contour mean?
The outline of something
How do feathers help birds swim?
A. they trap pockets of air to help them stay float.
B. They keep the birds warm so it helps them swim.
C. They protect birds` feet and stop them from sinking
D. They form slick surfaces to help birds slide on water.
A. they trap pockets of air to help them stay float.