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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. Less than a foot long B. Up to 4 feet long  \nC. Around 2 feet long D. Up to 10 feet long  \n2) Are cottonmouth snakes aggressive?  \nA. Only when they are hungry B. Only during the winter season  \nC. Yes, all the time D. Not usually  \n3) Where can you find the cottonmouth snakes?  \nA. In the southwestern United States  \nB. In the northwestern United States  \nC. In the southeastern United States  \nD. In the northeastern United States  \n4) How do cottonmouth snakes play a role in the ecosystem?  \nA. They provide shelter for other animals  \nB. They help pollinate flowers  \nC. They clean the water in freshwater bodies  \nD. They control the population of their prey  \n5) What is unique about the life cycle of cottonmouth snakes?  \nA. They hibernate during winter B. They can breathe underwater  \nC. They are born live, unlike most D. They never shed their skin snakes that lay eggs  \n6) What does the inside of a cottonmouth snake's mouth look like?  \nA. As black as coal B. As white as cotton  \nC. As green as grass D. As red as a cherry  \n7) What type of bodies of water do cottonmouth snakes often live near?  \nA. Desert oasis B. Swamps, marshes, and streams  \nC. Hot springs and geysers D. Oceans and seas  \n8) What is the nickname for a cottonmouth snake?  \nA. Grassy cobra B. Water moccasins  \nC. Cotton bear D. Muddy python  \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 suddenly slithering away at high speed  \nD. By playing dead  \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. In the Arctic B. In the mountains  \nC. Near deserts D. Near freshwater bodies  \nDetermine if the statements is something the animal would say (W) or it it is not so","cbCaivRSWgeStuwt","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaivRSWgeStuwt","pdf",161342,12,"English","# Reading Questions\n## Multiple-Choice Questions (1-10)\n## W/N Statements (11-22)\n## Fact vs. Opinion (23-32)","[{\"question\":\"How long can a cottonmouth snake grow?\",\"answer\":\"It can grow up to 4 feet long.\"},{\"question\":\"Are cottonmouth snakes usually aggressive?\",\"answer\":\"They are usually not aggressive unless provoked.\"},{\"question\":\"What role do cottonmouth snakes play in the ecosystem?\",\"answer\":\"They help control the population of their prey.\"}]","Cottonmouth Snake - Reading Comprehension Questions | PDF",1790809262]