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These little insects are often seen in shades of brown and black, with a long snout that sets them apart from other bugs. They're quite small, often no bigger than a grain of rice, but don't let their size fool you! Despite their small size, these creatures have a big impact on the world around them.  \nSpeaking of impact, let's talk about what these little guys eat. Filbert Weevils are crazy about nuts, especially hazelnuts, and can often be found munching on them. They bore into the nut with their long snout and lay their eggs inside, providing a safe and nourishing environment for their babies. This unique diet sets them apart from many other insects, who might prefer leaves or other plant materials.  \nFrom munching on hazelnuts, these critters go on quite a journey during their life cycle. After hatching inside a nut, the young weevils eat their way out and drop to the ground to pupate in the soil. After a few weeks, they emerge as adults, ready to start the cycle all over again by finding anew nut to lay their eggs in. It's a fascinating process and one that's unique to these types of weevils.  \nNow, you might be wondering how we humans interact with these nutty nibblers. To farmers, Filbert Weevils can be pests, as they can damage crops of nuts. But to scientists and bug enthusiasts, they're interesting creatures to study because of their unique life cycle and diet. Even though they might be tiny, Filbert Weevils remind us of the big diversity and wonder present in the insect world.  \nSolve each problem.  \nUse the article to answer the question.  \n1) What color are Filbert Weevils often seen in?  \nA. Red and green B. Blue and yellow  \nC. Brown and black D. White and gray  \n2) What happens to Filbert Weevils after they lay eggs in a nut?  \nA. They seal the nut tight with a special substance  \nB. They provide a safe and nourishing environment for their babies  \nC. They leave the nut and never return  \nD. They carry the nut with them on their backs  \n3) How do young weevils leave the nut after they hatch?  \nA. Adult weevils help them escape B. They wait for the nut to rot  \nC. They never leave it D. They eat their way out  \n4) What characteristic sets Filbert Weevils apart from other bugs?  \nA. A long snout B. Sharp, pointy legs  \nC. Large, round eyes D. Brightly colored wings  \n5) How long does it take for the young Filbert Weevils to emerge as adults?  \nA. A few months B. A few weeks C. A year D. A few days  \n6) How big are Filbert Weevils usually?  \nA. As large as a garden snail B. Same size as a cat  \nC. No bigger than a grain of rice D. As big as a rabbit  \n7) What can Filbert Weevils do to crops of nuts?  \nA. Protect them B. Damage them  \nC. Defend them from other pests D. Help them grow  \n8) What do Filbert Weevils like to eat?  \nA. Crab grass B. Pineapples C. Hazelnuts D. Ladybugs  \n9) Where do Filbert Weevils lay their eggs?  \nA. Inside a nut B. In anthills C. On tree leaves D. Under rocks  \nDetermine if the statements is something the animal would say (W) or it it is not something the animal would say (N).  \n10) \"I am the size of a ruler. \"  \n11) \"Nuts are more than just food for me. They are my baby's crib. \"  \n12) \"I'm pretty easy to spot. I have a long snout that sets me apart from other bugs and even from other weevils. \"  \n13) \"After I hatch inside a nut, I eat my way out and find the soil to grow. \"  \n14) \"Nutty food like hazelnuts are my favorite. Nothing else can beat them!\"  \n15) \"Ugh! Nuts, who eats that? I would much rather have some leaves. \"  \n16) \"I am too afraid to venture out of my nut shell. \"  \n17) \"Although we can be a problem for some farmers, scientists and bug enthusiasts are fascinated by our unique life cycle and diet. \"  \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 | 95 | 93 | 91 | 89 | 88 | 86 | 84 | 82 |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | ---","cbCail4eYhuouy66","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCail4eYhuouy66","pdf",136517,"English","# Reading Passage\n## Comprehension Questions (1-9)\n## Animal Quote Sorting (W/N)\n## Fact or Opinion (29-38)\n## True or False (39-40)","[{\"question\":\"What colors are Filbert Weevils often seen in?\",\"answer\":\"They are often seen in shades of brown and black.\"},{\"question\":\"Where do Filbert Weevils lay their eggs?\",\"answer\":\"They lay their eggs inside nuts, such as hazelnuts.\"},{\"question\":\"Why are Filbert Weevils considered pests by some people?\",\"answer\":\"Farmers may view them as pests because they can damage nut crops.\"}]","Filbert Weevil Reading and Questions - Worksheet | PDF",1790809373,28]