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Definition: to mix together
blended
100
The weather _____________ whether we'll be going to the park or not.
The weather determines whether we'll be going to the park or not.
100
Why is the exterior of an octopus's body slimy?
The exterior is slimy so that it can slip between rocks to hide from predators.
100
What do some caterpillars do to make itself look inedible?
Caterpillars camouflage themselves to look like bird droppings to make themselves look inedible.
100
The Arabian camel has ______ hump(s).
The Arabian camel has one hump.
200
Definition: hurriedly
quickly
200
There is a ____________ of clothes, so we gave some away to Goodwill.
There is an excess of clothes, so we gave some away to Goodwill.
200
The skin of an octopus can change color and pattern. It can also change the ___________ of the skin with projections sticking out of its skin.
It can change the texture of the skin with projections sticking out of its skin.
200
Besides coloring, what does a caterpillar do with flowers to hide?
Caterpillars attaches chewed bits of flower on itself, so that it looks like part of a flower.
200
If there is no water, what does a camel eat?
If there is no water, the camel will eat desert plants like cactuses.
300
Definition: chewing
munching
300
The ______________ of the house needs a new coat of weatherproof paint.
The exterior of the house needs a new coat of waterproof paint.
300
What special adaptation is on the arms of an octopus that helps it grasp objects?
The arms have suction cups that help it grasp objects.
300
What features do some caterpillars have that make it seem like a snake?
some caterpillars have eye-like spots and an appendage that looks like a forked tongue.
300
Name two features that help the camel live through a sandstorm.
Camels have bushy eyebrows and two layers of eyelashes to keep out sand. They also close their nostrils, so it will keep sand out of their noses, too.
400
Definition: abruptly
suddenly
400
You will need warm clothes for the __________ weather in the Colorado Rockies.
You will need warm clothes for the frigid weather in the Colorado Rockies.
400
What does an octopus do in order to "blind" a predator?
The octopus shoots out ink in order to escape a predator.
400
Why are some caterpillars brightly colored?
Some caterpillars are brightly colored to warn predators to stay away.
400
What happens to a camel's fur in the summer?
A camel will shed its fur in the summer.
500
definition: plural animals that naturally prey on others
predators
500
Definition: decides based on evidence or facts
determines
500
What body part scoops out animals from shells?
The razor-sharp tongue scoops the animals out.
500
Caterpillars can transform into a __________ or ________.
Caterpillars can transform into a butterfly or moth.
500
What feature helps a camel eat thorny plants?
A camel has large, tough lips to project itself from thorns.