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Let's talk about bed bugs, those tiny little insects that love to live close to humans. Bed bugs are reddish-brown and about the size of an apple seed, making them hard to spot. They like to hide in places like mattresses, bed frames, and even luggage. Did you know that their favorite food is human blood? That's why they like to live near us!  \nNow, let's learn about the life cycle of a bed bug. They start as tiny eggs, then hatch into baby bed bugs called nymphs, which are even smaller and harder to see. As they grow, they shed their skin five times before becoming an adult bed bug. Adult bed bugs can live up to a year, and they can go a long time without a meal, just waiting for their next human host.  \nFinally, let's explore how bed bugs are different from other insects and some interesting facts about them. Unlike fleas or mosquitoes, bed bugs can't fly or jump, but they are excellent crawlers. They also have a special defense mechanism: they can emit a musty smell to ward off potential predators. An interesting fact is that bed bugs have been around for thousands of years, even living with ancient Egyptians! Now you know more about bed bugs and their unique characteristics. Remember, if you ever think you might have bed bugs, it's important to tell an adult so they can help you get rid of them. Stay curious and keep learning!  \nBed Bugs  \nName:  \n\n| Solve each problem.\u003Cbr>Use the article to answer the question.\u003Cbr>1) What color are bed bugs?\u003Cbr>A. Blue B. Reddish-brown C. Yellow D. Green\u003Cbr>2) What is a bed bug's defense mechanism?\u003Cbr>A. Emitting a musty B. Stinging C. Biting D. Squirting liquid smell\u003Cbr>3) What is a bed bug's favorite food?\u003Cbr>A. Animal fur B. Human blood C. Clothing fibers D. Plant sap\u003Cbr>4) Can bed bugs fly or jump?\u003Cbr>A. They can only fly B. They can only C. No D. Yes\u003Cbr>jump\u003Cbr>5) How long can adult bed bugs live?\u003Cbr>A. Up to two years B. Up to a month\u003Cbr>C. Up to a year D. Up to six months\u003Cbr>6) What is the size of a bed bug?\u003Cbr>A. The size of a pea B. The size of a grain of rice\u003Cbr>C. The size of a pinhead D. About the size of an apple seed\u003Cbr>7) Where do bed bugs like to hide?\u003Cbr>A. Garden soil B. Ceilings and walls\u003Cbr>C. Mattresses, bed frames, and D. Kitchen cabinets\u003Cbr>luggage\u003Cbr>8) What are baby bed bugs called?\u003Cbr>A. Infants B. Nymphs C. Larvae D. Pupae\u003Cbr>9) How long have bed bugs been around?\u003Cbr>A. Decades B. Less than a century\u003Cbr>C. Thousands of years D. Hundreds of years\u003Cbr>10) How many times do bed bugs shed their skin before becoming an adult?\u003Cbr>A. Five times B. Ten times C. Seven times D. Three times |  |  |  |  | Answers\u003Cbr>1.  \u003Cbr>2.  \u003Cbr>3.  \u003Cbr>4.  \u003Cbr>5.  \u003Cbr>6.  \u003Cbr>7.  \u003Cbr>8.  \u003Cbr>9.  \u003Cbr>10.   |  |  |  |  |  |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n| 1-10 | 90 | 80 | 70 | 60 | 50 | 40 | 30 | 20 | 10 | 0 |\n\nReading [www.CommonCoreSheets.com](www.CommonCoreSheets.com) Page 2 of 2  \nHey there! Let's talk about bed bugs, those tiny little insects that love to live close to humans. Bed bugs are reddish-brown and about the size of an apple seed, making them hard to spot. They like to hide in places like mattresses, bed frames, and even luggage. Did you know that their favorite food is human blood? That's why they like to live near us!  \nNow, let's learn about the life cycle of a bed bug. They start as tiny eggs, then hatch into baby bed bugs called nymphs, which are even smaller and harder to see. As they grow, they shed their skin five times before becoming an adult bed bug. Adult bed bugs can live up to a year, and they can go a long time without a meal, just waiting for their next human host.  \nFinally, let's explore how bed bugs are different from other insects and some interesting facts about them. Unlike fleas or mosquitoes, bed bugs can't fly or jump, but they are excellent crawlers. They also have a special defense mechanism: they can emit a musty smell to ward off potential predators. 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