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This amazing creature, also known as the 'Yangtze alligator', is smaller than its American cousin, but don't let its size fool you. Its body is covered in hard, bumpy scales that are mostly dark grey or black, with a softer underbelly that's a creamy yellow. And did I mention they have around 80 teeth in their strong jaws? Now that's a toothy grin!  \nTaking a leap from their toothy grins, let's dive into the world where these fabulous creatures live. Chinese alligators are most at home in fresh water environments, like rivers, lakes, and marshes in eastern China. Unfortunately, due to habitat loss, there are now only a few hundred of these alligators left in the wild. But don't worry, many are being taken care of in zoos and breeding centers to help their population grow.  \nSpeaking of growing, Chinese alligators have a fascinating life cycle. After a female lays her eggs, she guards them closely until they hatch, showing just how caring these creatures can be. Once the little alligators are born, they stick with their mom for a while, learning all the alligator tricks of the trade. These little alligators grow up to be quite the hunters, eating fish, snails, and even small mammals!  \nNow, you might be wondering how these alligators get along with other animals, including us humans. Chinese alligators are generally shy and prefer to stay away from people, but they can defend themselves if they need to with their strong tails and powerful jaws. They play an important role in their ecosystem, controlling the population of certain animals and helping to keep the environment balanced. So remember, while they might look scary, Chinese alligators are a unique and important part of our world's wildlife.  \nSolve each problem.  \nUse the article to answer the question.  \n1) What color are Chinese alligator's scales?  \nA. Green or brown B. Yellow or brown  \nC. Dark grey or black D. Blue or black  \n2) What is the Chinese alligator also known as?  \nA. The Asian alligator B. The Beijing gator  \nC. The Chinese crocodile D. The Yangtze alligator  \n3) Where do Chinese alligators live?  \nA. Estuaries, lagoons, and lakes in western China  \nB. Rivers, lakes, and marshes in eastern China  \nC. Bays, swamps, and marshes in southern China  \nD. Rivers, lakes, and forests in northern China  \n4) What color is the underbelly of a Chinese alligator?  \nA. Yellow B. Orange C. White D. Brown  \n5) Why are many Chinese alligators now in zoos and breeding centers?  \nA. to protect them from predators [B. to](B. to) help their population grow  \nC. to be pets for people D. to perform in shows  \n6) Approximately how many teeth do Chinese Alligators have?  \nA. 80 B. 50 C. 120 D. 100  \n7) Approximately how many Chinese alligators are left in the wild?  \nA. Tens of thousands B. A few thousand  \nC. A few dozen D. A few hundred  \n8) Who guards the Chinese alligator eggs till they hatch?  \nA. The male alligator B. Both, male and female alligators  \nC. The female alligator D. The older sibling alligators  \n9) What do Chinese alligator babies eat?  \nA. Nuts, roots, and bark B. Birds, eggs, and insects  \nC. Grass, leaves, and fruits D. Fish, snails, and small mammals  \n10) What is causing the decrease in wild Chinese alligator populations?  \nA. habitat loss B. lack of food C. disease D. too much hunting  \nDetermine if the statements is something the animal would say (W) or it it is not something the animal would say (N).  \n11) \"There are millions of us Chinese alligators in the wild. \"  \n12) \"My kind is getting smaller in numbers, but there are lots of humans taking care of us. \"  \n13) \"You can find my family in zoos, where they take care of us if we lose our home. \"  \n14) \"My skin is usually dark grey or black, and my underbelly is creamy yellow, like icecream!\"  \n\n| \u003Cbr>Reading | [www.CommonCoreSheets.com Page 2 of 4](www.CommonCoreShe","cbCaikPnAboPzf8Y","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaikPnAboPzf8Y","pdf",274924,"English","# Reading\n## Questions 1-10\n## Statements (W/N) 11-22\n## Fact or opinion 23-32\n## True or false 33-36","[{\"question\":\"What are Chinese alligators’ scales usually colored?\",\"answer\":\"Their scales are mostly dark grey or black, as described in the article.\"},{\"question\":\"What are major reasons Chinese alligator numbers decline in the wild?\",\"answer\":\"Habitat loss is given as the main cause of the decrease in wild populations.\"},{\"question\":\"Who guards Chinese alligator eggs until they hatch?\",\"answer\":\"The article states that the female alligator guards the eggs until they hatch.\"}]","Chinese alligator - Reading Comprehension Questions | PDF",1790809129,23]