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It's a reptile that slithers around on the ground, but don't be scared, these guys are harmless, and actually quite cool. Gopher snakes can grow up to 9 feet long, that’s taller than most grown-ups! They have a pretty neat pattern on their skin that helps them blend in with their environment, making them masters of hide and seek.  \nSpeaking of environments, would you like to know where these awesome reptiles live? Gopher snakes can be found across North America, from the sunny beaches of California to the beautiful plains of the Midwest. They are at home in a variety of places like deserts, forests, and even your own backyard. These snakes are pretty adaptable, and that's part of what makes them so fascinating!  \nNow that we've chatted about where they live, let's talk about what gopher snakes eat. Gopher snakes have a really varied diet, but their favorite food is, you guessed it, gophers! But don't worry, they also eat other small creatures like mice, birds, and eggs. They're not picky eaters, and that's a good thing because it helps keep the ecosystem balanced.  \nLet's wrap things up by talking about gopher snakes and us, humans. These snakes are often misunderstood, but they're actually handy to have around because they help control pest populations. And here's a fun fact: gopher snakes will often mimic rattlesnakes to scare off predators, but they're harmless to humans. So next time you see a gopher snake, remember it's just doing its job, helping to keep our world healthy and balanced.  \nSolve each problem.  \nUse the article to answer the question.  \n1) Where do gopher snakes often live?  \nA. A variety of places such as deserts and forests.  \nB. Only in deserts because they like the heat.  \nC. Only in backyards where they can find a lot of squirrels to eat.  \nD. Only in forests where they can hide well.  \n2) What do gopher snakes do to scare off predators?  \nA. Make a loud yelling sound B. Mimic rattlesnakes  \nC. Hiss at them D. Release a foul smelling odor  \n3) Why are gopher snakes handy to have around?  \nA. They eat plants B. They are pets  \nC. They scare away other snakes D. They help control pest populations  \n4) Where can you find gopher snakes?  \nA. Europe B. Africa C. Antarctica D. North America  \n5) What is the favourite food of gopher snakes?  \nA. Seeds B. Fruits C. Gophers D. Birds  \n6) How long can gopher snakes grow?  \nA. Up to 12 feet long B. Up to 9 feet long  \nC. Up to 3 feet long D. Up to 6 feet long  \n7) What helps gopher snakes blend in with their environment?  \nA. Their ability to change colors B. Their small size  \nC. The pattern on their skin D. Their ability to mimic bird songs  \n8) If they can't find their favorite food, what else might you find gopher snakes eating?  \nA. Mice, birds, and eggs B. Rocks and dirt  \nC. Grass, seeds and nuts D. Fruit, vegetables and leaves  \nDetermine if the statements is something the animal would say (W) or it it is not something the animal would say (N).  \n9) \"My skin has a cool pattern that helps me blend in with the places where I live. \"  \n10) \"I can grow up to 9 feet long. That's taller than most grown-ups!\"  \n11) \"I'm a big fan of gophers, they're my favorite food. But I also eat mice, birds and even eggs!\"  \n12) \"I've never been seen in a desert, I prefer to live only in the forest. \"  \n13) \"You might see me mimicking a rattlesnake to scare off predators. But don't worry, I'm harmless to humans!\"  \n14) \"I can be seen only in Europe. \"  \n15) \"You might see me in your backyard or in places like deserts and forests. \"  \n16) \"I am actually pretty small, just about as long as a pencil. \"  \n17) \"I am so fussy about my diet. I only eat gophers, nothing else will do. \"  \n18) \"Gophers love to munch on me, which is how I got my name!\"  \n\n| \u003Cbr>Reading | [www.CommonCoreSheets.com Page 2 of 4](www.CommonCoreSheets.com Page 2 of 4) | 1-10\u003Cbr>11-20 | 98 | 95 | 93 | 91 | 89 | 86 | 84 | 82 | 80 | 7","cbCainBldNrAnFt4","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCainBldNrAnFt4","pdf",161591,"English","# Where Gopher Snakes Live\n# What Gopher Snakes Eat\n# Gopher Snakes and Humans\n# Animal-Speech Statements (W/N)\n# Facts vs Opinions\n# True or False\n# Sentence Types (D/E/I/M)","[{\"question\":\"Where do gopher snakes often live?\",\"answer\":\"They live in a variety of places such as deserts, forests, and even backyards.\"},{\"question\":\"What helps gopher snakes scare off predators?\",\"answer\":\"They often mimic rattlesnakes, and they are harmless to humans.\"},{\"question\":\"What is the favorite food of gopher snakes?\",\"answer\":\"Their favorite food is gophers, though they also eat other small creatures such as mice, birds, and eggs.\"}]","Gopher Snakes - Reading Comprehension Worksheet | PDF",1790775789,23]