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That's the American dog tick! These little bugs are reddish-brown and have a flat, oval shape. When they've had a good meal (we'll get to that later), they can become almost as round as a marble. And eventhough they're called 'dog' ticks, they aren't just found on dogs.  \nSpeaking of meals, let's dive into what these tiny creatures eat. American dog ticks aren't picky eaters; they feed on the blood of various animals including humans, dogs, and even some birds! These ticks find their meals by waiting in tall grass or shrubs and latching onto any critter that brushes past. It's a sneaky way to find dinner, but it works for them.  \nNow that we've talked about their meals, let's look at where they live and their life cycle. These ticks are found throughout the United States, but they especially like areas with little to no tree cover. The life cycle of an American dog tick includes four stages: egg, larva, nymph, and adult. In each stage, they need a good meal of blood to grow and move on to the next stage.  \nYou may be wondering about how these ticks interact with humans and other animals. While they can be a nuisance due to their habit of hitching rides and feeding onus and our pets, they also play a role in the food chain. Various animals, like birds and spiders, eat these ticks, and some even use the ticks' discarded exoskeletons for their nests. Even though they may seem a little gross, American dog ticks are an important part of our natural world.  \nSolve each problem.  \nUse the article to answer the question.  \n1) What color are the American dog ticks?  \nA. Pinkish-purple B. Greenish-yellow  \nC. Reddish-brown D. Blueish-orange  \n2) What is not a stage in the life cycle of an American dog tick?  \nA. Adult B. Pupa C. Nymph D. Egg  \n3) Where are American dog ticks commonly found?  \nA. Areas with little to no tree cover B. Sandy beaches with rocks  \nC. Dense forests with lots of trees D. Snowy mountains with trees  \n4) What shape do the American dog ticks become after having a good meal?  \nA. Almost as round as a marble B. Become long and skinny  \nC. Remain flat and oval D. Become square  \n5) Who eats the American dog ticks?  \nA. Dogs and humans B. Birds and spiders  \nC. Fish and frogs D. Cats and mice  \n6) Where do these ticks wait to find their meals?  \nA. In slow moving water B. On high tree branches  \nC. Buried in sand D. In tall grass or shrubs  \n7) Where can you find American dog ticks?  \nA. Throughout the United States B. The northern part of Ireland  \nC. All around Russia D. The southern part of Japan  \n8) Do ticks need a meal of blood to move on to the next stage of their life?  \nA. No B. Only from the C. Yes D. Only young ticks  \negg  \n9) What do American dog ticks eat?  \nA. Blood of animals B. Insects smaller than them  \nC. Other ticks D. Grass from lawns  \nDetermine if the statements is something the animal would say (W) or it it is not something the animal would say (N).  \n10) \"I only feed on dogs, hence my name. \"  \n11) \"I am a choosy eater and prefer certain types of blood. \"  \n12) \"After having a good meal of blood, I balloon up and look like a little grape. \"  \n13) \"I am the same size as a marble when I am not fed. \"  \n14) \"I dislike being in open areas without any tree cover. \"  \n15) \"I love to eat plants!\"  \n16) \"I'm not a picky eater. I feed on all kinds of animals, be it humans, dogs, or even birds. \"  \n17) \"I go through four stages in my life: from being an egg, to a larva, a nymph, and finally an adult. \"  \n\n| \u003Cbr>Reading | [www.CommonCoreSheets.com Page 2 of 5](www.CommonCoreSheets.com Page 2 of 5) | 1-10\u003Cbr>11-20 | 98 | 97 | 95 | 93 | 91 | 90 | 88 | 86 | 84 | 83 |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n|  |  |  | 81 | 79 | 78 | 76 | 74 | 72 | 71 | 69 | 67 | 66 |\n\n18) \"When my stomach is empty, I have a reddish-brown color and I'm flat and oval shaped. \"  \n19) \"I enjo","cbCaij9xdUyJBSEC","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaij9xdUyJBSEC","pdf",161192,11,"English","# Answer the Questions\n## Multiple Choice (1-9)\n## Determine W or N (10-29)\n## Determine Fact or Opinion (30-39)\n## Determine True or False (40-44)","[{\"question\":\"What do American dog ticks eat?\",\"answer\":\"American dog ticks feed on the blood of various animals, including humans, dogs, and some birds.\"},{\"question\":\"Where are American dog ticks commonly found?\",\"answer\":\"They are found throughout the United States, with a strong preference for areas with little to no tree cover.\"},{\"question\":\"What stages are included in the American dog tick life cycle?\",\"answer\":\"The life cycle includes four stages: egg, larva, nymph, and adult, and each stage requires a blood meal to progress.\"}]","American Dog Tick - Reading Comprehension Questions | PDF",1790805936,28]