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With its long, v-shaped snout and a body covered in a suit of armor-like skin, it's a sight to behold. This cool reptile can grow up to 15 feet long, that's  \nlonger than most cars! Their skin is usually a grey-green or olive color, perfect for blending into their swampy homes.  \nSpeaking of homes, American crocodiles have a pretty interesting choice of residence. They can be found in the sunny parts of Florida, the Caribbean, Mexico, and South America, usually near water such as rivers, coastal lagoons, and marshes. Their homes aren't just for lounging though, that's where they find their food! They prefer to dine on fish, birds, and small mammals, but aren't too picky when they're hungry.  \nNow, let's dive into the life cycle of these amazing reptiles. Mama crocodiles lay between 20-60 eggs in a nest and guard them for about 85 days until they hatch. When the baby crocs are born, they're only about 8 inches long but grow 1 foot per year until they're fully grown. American crocodiles can live up to 70 years, which is a pretty long time in the animal kingdom!  \nNow, you might be wondering how American crocodiles get along with other animals and humans. Well, they're generally not a danger to humans unless they feel threatened. They do play a big part in the ecosystem,  \nthough, by controlling the population of their prey. So, as you can see, American crocodiles are not just interesting, they're important, too. Let's keep learning and protecting these incredible creatures!  \nSolve each problem.  \nUse the article to answer the question.  \n1) How long can an American crocodile grow?  \nA. Up to 10 feet B. Up to 15 feet C. Up to 20 feet D. Up to 30 feet  \n2) What role do American crocodiles play in the ecosystem?  \nA. They control the population of B. They clean the air their prey  \nC. They contribute to soil fertility D. They spread seeds for plants  \n3) What do American crocodiles eat?  \nA. Seeds, nuts, and berries B. Plants, fruits, and vegetables  \nC. Fish, birds, and small mammals D. Coral, seagrass, and algae  \n4) How long do American crocodiles live?  \nA. Up to 70 years B. Up to 100 years  \nC. Up to 90 years D. Up to 50 years  \n5) How long are baby crocs when they are born?  \nA. Less than 1 inch long B. About 2 feet long  \nC. About 4 feet long D. About 8 inches long  \n6) Where can you find American crocodiles?  \nA. Asia, Africa, and Antarctica  \nB. Florida, the Caribbean, Mexico, and South America  \nC. Arctic, Greenland, and Scandinavia  \nD. Canada, Europe, Australia, and Africa  \n7) How many eggs do mama crocodiles lay?  \nA. 200-300 eggs B. 70-100 eggs C. 5-10 eggs D. 20-60 eggs  \n8) How long do mama crocs guard their eggs?  \nA. About 120 days B. About 100 days  \nC. About 85 days D. About 60 days  \n9) Are American crocodiles a danger to humans?  \nA. Only if humans come close to their B. Yes, if they feel threatened nests  \nC. Only if humans invade their D. No, never  \nterritory  \n10) How much do baby crocs grow each year?  \nA. 6 inches B. 2 feet C. 3 feet D. 1 foot  \nDetermine if the statements is something the animal would say (W) or it it is not something the animal would say (N).  \n11) \"I live in Florida near the river. \"  \n12) \"I love the colder, icy regions. You can often find me sliding around on glaciers!\"  \n13) \"Did you know, we crocs have a life span of over 100 years?\"  \n\n| \u003Cbr>Reading | [www.CommonCoreSheets.com Page 2 of 4](www.CommonCoreSheets.com Page 2 of 4) | 1-10\u003Cbr>11-20 | 98 | 96 | 94 | 92 | 90 | 88 | 86 | 84 | 82 | 80 |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n|  |  |  | 78 | 76 | 73 | 71 | 69 | 67 | 65 | 63 | 61 | 59 |\n\n14) \"We produce only a couple of eggs at a time, keeping it small and manageable. \"  \n15) \"Did you know that I can grow up to 15 feet long?\"  \n16) \"My skin is olive colored, it helps me blend in with my swampy home. \"  \n17) \"You","cbCaip9bMBJVMSTH","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaip9bMBJVMSTH","pdf",125582,"English","# Comprehension Questions\n## Crocodile Facts and Multiple Choice\n## W or N Animal Speech\n## Fact or Opinion\n## True or False","[{\"question\":\"How long can an American crocodile grow?\",\"answer\":\"An American crocodile can grow up to 15 feet long.\"},{\"question\":\"How long do mama crocodiles guard their eggs?\",\"answer\":\"Mama crocodiles guard their eggs for about 85 days until they hatch.\"},{\"question\":\"Are American crocodiles a danger to humans?\",\"answer\":\"They are generally not a danger to humans unless they feel threatened.\"}]","American Crocodile - Life Cycle & Habitat | PDF",1790808931,14]