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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. Yellow or brown B. Blue or black  \nC. Dark grey or black D. Green or brown  \n2) What is the Chinese alligator also known as?  \nA. The Beijing gator B. The Chinese crocodile  \nC. The Yangtze alligator D. The Asian alligator  \n3) Where do Chinese alligators live?  \nA. Bays, swamps, and marshes in southern China  \nB. Estuaries, lagoons, and lakes in western China  \nC. Rivers, lakes, and marshes in eastern China  \nD. Rivers, lakes, and forests in northern China  \n4) What color is the underbelly of a Chinese alligator?  \nA. Orange B. Yellow C. Brown D. White  \n5) Why are many Chinese alligators now in zoos and breeding centers?  \nA. to perform in shows [B. to](B. to) help their population grow  \nC. to be pets for people D. to protect them from predators  \n6) Approximately how many teeth do Chinese Alligators have?  \nA. 120 B. 80 C. 100 D. 50  \n7) Approximately how many Chinese alligators are left in the wild?  \nA. A few dozen B. Tens of thousands  \nC. A few hundred D. A few thousand  \n8) Who guards the Chinese alligator eggs till they hatch?  \nA. Both, male and female alligators B. The female alligator  \nC. The older sibling alligators D. The male alligator  \n9) What do Chinese alligator babies eat?  \nA. Fish, snails, and small mammals B. Nuts, roots, and bark  \nC. Birds, eggs, and insects D. 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