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Also known as water moccasins, these snakes sport a dark, thick body that can grow up to 4 feet long. Their heads are broad and triangular, and when they open their mouths, they display a white, cotton-like interior, hence the name cottonmouth. But don't let their appearance scare you, they're fascinating creatures!  \nSpeaking of fascinating, let's dive into their interesting habitat and diet. Cottonmouth snakes are found in the southeastern United States, often near freshwater bodies like swamps, marshes, and streams. In terms of food, they're not picky eaters at all, munching on everything from fish and frogs, to small mammals and birds! Sometimes, they even eat other snakes, talk about a unique diet!  \nFrom their unique diet, let's slither to their life cycle and relationship with other animals. Cottonmouths have an interesting life cycle, starting as eggs inside their mother, they're then born live, which is a bit different from many other snakes that lay eggs. They prefer to keep to themselves and are usually not aggressive unless provoked. However, they play an important role in the ecosystem by controlling the population of their prey.  \nNow that we know about their life and role, how do they interact with us humans? Well, cottonmouths are known tobe the only venomous water snake in North America, so it's best to admire them from a distance. While they're not usually aggressive, they will defend themselves if they feel threatened, often by displaying their namesake cotton-white mouth as a warning before striking. So, remember kids, if you see a cottonmouth, admire its beauty from afar, and let it continue its important role in nature!  \nSolve each problem.  \nUse the article to answer the question.  \n1) What is the length of a cottonmouth snake?  \nA. Up to 4 feet long B. Less than a foot long  \nC. Up to 10 feet long D. Around 2 feet long  \n2) Are cottonmouth snakes aggressive?  \nA. Only during the winter season B. Not usually  \nC. Only when they are hungry D. Yes, all the time  \n3) Where can you find the cottonmouth snakes?  \nA. In the northeastern United States  \nB. In the southeastern United States  \nC. In the southwestern United States  \nD. In the northwestern United States  \n4) How do cottonmouth snakes play a role in the ecosystem?  \nA. They help pollinate flowers  \nB. They control the population of their prey  \nC. They clean the water in freshwater bodies  \nD. They provide shelter for other animals  \n5) What is unique about the life cycle of cottonmouth snakes?  \nA. They can breathe underwater B. They never shed their skin  \nC. They hibernate during winter D. They are born live, unlike most  \nsnakes that lay eggs  \n6) What does the inside of a cottonmouth snake's mouth look like?  \nA. As green as grass B. As white as cotton  \nC. As red as a cherry D. As black as coal  \n7) What type of bodies of water do cottonmouth snakes often live near?  \nA. Swamps, marshes, and streams B. Oceans and seas  \nC. Desert oasis D. Hot springs and geysers  \n8) What is the nickname for a cottonmouth snake?  \nA. Cotton bear B. Grassy cobra  \nC. Muddy python D. Water moccasins  \n9) How do cottonmouth snakes defend themselves when they feel threatened?  \nA. By displaying their cotton-white mouth as a warning before they strike  \nB. By shooting venom from their mouths  \nC. By playing dead  \nD. By suddenly slithering away at high speed  \n\n| \u003Cbr>Reading | [www.CommonCoreSheets.com Page 2 of 5](www.CommonCoreSheets.com Page 2 of 5) | 1-10\u003Cbr>11-20 | 98 | 96 | 94 | 92 | 90 | 88 | 85 | 83 | 81 | 79 |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n|  |  |  | 77 | 75 | 73 | 71 | 69 | 67 | 65 | 63 | 60 | 58 |\n\n10) Where are cottonmouth snakes often found?  \nA. Near freshwater bodies B. Near deserts  \nC. In the mountains D. 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