Daddy long legs spiders - short reading comprehension questions

Sep 30, 2026

Reading comprehension material about daddy long legs spiders (harvestmen): identifies physical appearance, whether they are harmful, diet, and name associations, then explains where they hide by day and why (damp, shaded areas). It covers hunting and defense behaviors such as using long legs to catch prey, lacking venom and silk webs, and the threat response called bobbing. The worksheet includes multiple-choice questions and W/N statements from the article, plus fact or opinion items.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

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Pages14

Reading Time35 min

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Reading comprehension

Multiple-choice questions (1-11)

W or N statements (12-31)

Fact or opinion (32-36)

Daddy long legs spiders, or 'Harvestmen', are not your typical spiders, they're cool and unique in their own way! With their long, skinny legs and tiny bodies, they look like they just walked out of a fun, wacky cartoon. But don't be fooled by their appearance, these spiders are real and they're expert survivors in the wild. Sure, they might seem a bit scary at first, but they're actually harmless and quite interesting to learn about. Speaking of being interesting, you might be curious about what these cartoonish spiders eat. They're not picky eaters at all and will munch on a variety of things like insects, plant material, and even bird droppings! They use their long legs to catch their prey and their tiny jaws to munch on their food. So, they're not only funny looking, but they're also unique in their dining habits. Now that we've talked about their eating habits, let's shift our attention to where these longlegged spiders live. They can be found in many places around the world, from forests and fields to your own backyard! They prefer damp, shaded areas and you'll usually find them hiding under rocks, leaves, and logs during the day. At night, they come out to hunt for food and to socialize with other daddy long legs. Just like us humans, daddy long legs have their own way of protecting themselves from danger. When threatened, they shake their bodies in a motion called 'bobbing', which confuses their predators. And guess what? Unlike many other spiders, they don't have venom or silk webs to catch their prey. So, as you can see, daddy long legs are not just unique in appearance but also in their behaviors and characteristics. So, next time you see a daddy long legs, remember that they're not only unique and cool-looking but also harmless and interesting creatures. Solve each problem. Use the article to answer the question. 1) What do daddy long legs spiders look like? A. Wide, flat bodies and medium-sized legs B. Short, stubby legs and big bodies C. Long, skinny legs and tiny bodies D. No legs and slimy bodies 2) Are daddy long legs spiders harmful to humans? A. They're only harmful during winter B. Yes, they're dangerous C. No, they're harmless D. It depends on the type of daddy long legs 3) Where do daddy long legs spiders hide during the day? A. In bushes. B. In the ground. C. Under rocks, leaves, and logs. D. In trees. 4) Do daddy long legs spiders have venom or silk webs? A. Yes, they have venom but no silk webs. B. Yes, they have silk webs but no venom. C. Yes, they have venom and silk webs. D. No, they don't have venom or silk webs to catch their prey. 5) What are daddy long legs spiders also known as? A. Black widows B. Jumping spiders C. Tarantulas D. Harvestmen 6) How do daddy long legs spiders catch their prey? A. They use their tiny jaws. B. They use their long legs. C. They use their venom. D. They use their web. 7) How do daddy long legs spiders protect themselves from danger? A. They shake their bodies. B. They hide in their web. C. They run away. D. They bite their predators. 8) Do Daddy long legs prefer bright areas or shaded areas? A. Shaded areas B. They like both C. They do not have a preference D. Bright areas 9) When do daddy long legs usually come out of their hiding places? A. At dawn B. At dawn and C. At night D. In the afternoon dusk 10) What motion do daddy long legs make when they are threatened? A. 'Bobbing' B. 'Spinning' C. 'Skipping' D. 'Jumping' |
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FAQs

What do daddy long legs spiders look like?

They have long, skinny legs and tiny bodies.

Are daddy long legs spiders harmful to humans?

They are harmless to humans.

How do daddy long legs protect themselves when threatened?

When threatened, they shake their bodies in a motion called 'bobbing' to confuse predators.

Sep 30, 2026

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