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Cue the ostrich, the tallest bird on the planet! These feathery giants can reach up to 9 feet tall, that's taller than any other bird in the world. They have long, skinny legs, a big body covered in fluffy feathers, and a small head with big, round eyes. And don't forget their wings, which are huge but not big enough to make these big birds fly.  \nYou may wonder where such a magnificent creature lives. Mostly found in the warm savannas and grasslands of Africa, they enjoy a sunny and open environment. They can withstand high temperatures and don't need a lot of water, which makes them perfect for the African climate. With their keen eyesight and amazing speed, they can escape most dangers in these wide open spaces.  \nNow, let's talk about their diet and their relationship with others in the animal kingdom. Ostriches are omnivores, which means they eat both plants and small animals. Their meals consist mainly of seeds, shrubs, grass, fruit, and occasionally insects, lizards or other small creatures that they can catch. They live in small herds, and while they can be a meal for lions or cheetahs, their powerful kicks can be a serious defense.  \nHumans and ostriches have had a long history together. We've been fascinated by these unique birds for centuries, using their feathers for decoration, their eggs for food, and their leather for clothes. Some people even race ostriches for sport! So, from their towering height to their surprising speed, ostriches are truly one-of-a-kind birds that show ushow diverse and fascinating the animal kingdom can be.  \nSolve each problem.  \nUse the article to answer the question.  \n1) What is the tallest bird on the planet?  \nA. Eagle B. Peacock C. Penguin D. Ostrich  \n2) Can ostriches withstand high temperatures?  \nA. Yes B. No C. Only young D. Only adult  \nostriches ostriches  \n3) Can ostriches fly?  \nA. No B. Only when they are adults  \nC. Yes D. Only when they are young  \n4) What is the unusual sport that involves ostriches?  \nA. Jousting on ostriches B. Racing ostriches  \nC. Ostrich wrestling D. Playing soccer with ostriches  \n5) What is one of the defenses of an ostrich?  \nA. Their powerful kicks B. Their loud voice  \nC. Their sharp beaks D. Their strong wings  \n6) How tall can an ostrich reach?  \nA. Up to 7 feet B. Up to 5 feet C. Up to 6 feet D. Up to 9 feet  \n7) Where do ostriches mostly live?  \nA. In the savannas and grasslands of B. In the deserts of Australia Africa  \nC. In the tundras of Antarctica D. In the forests of South America 8) What is the diet of ostriches?  \nA. Ostriches are insectivores B. Ostriches are herbivores  \nC. Ostriches are carnivores D. Ostriches are omnivores  \n9) What is the diet of ostriches mostly composed of?  \nA. Cheese, crackers, and fruits B. Seeds, shrubs, and grass  \nC. Fish, meat, and bread D. Nuts, berries, and honey  \n10) How do ostriches live?  \nA. They live alone B. They live in small herds  \nC. They live in pairs D. They live in large flocks  \nDetermine if the statements is something the animal would say (W) or it it is not something the animal would say (N).  \n11) \"My wings are super tiny. \"  \n12) \"I can't see very well. \"  \n13) \"I have long skinny legs that hold up my fluffy body. \"  \n14) \"I am shorter than most birds. \"  \n15) \"I prefer eating only plants. \"  \n16) \"Flying is my most favorite thing to do. \"  \n17) \"I don't really need a lot of water. \"  \n18) \"If a lion tries to make a meal of me, my powerful kicks can protect me!\"  \n\n| \u003Cbr>Reading | [www.CommonCoreSheets.com Page 2 of 5](www.CommonCoreSheets.com Page 2 of 5) | 1-10\u003Cbr>11-20 | 99 | 97 | 96 | 94 | 93 | 92 | 90 | 89 | 87 | 86 |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n|  |  |  | 85 | 83 | 82 | 80 | 79 | 77 | 76 | 75 | 73 | 72 |\n\n19) \"Even though I have wings, I can't fly. \" But I am sure great at running!  \n20) \"Lions and Cheetahs are my best buddies. \"  \n21) \"I like to live in forests. \"  \n22) \"Humans","cbCaicqRZ2rt5io0","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaicqRZ2rt5io0","pdf",309788,11,"English","# Ostrich Article Overview\n## Comprehension Questions 1-10\n## Animal-Say Statements 11-30\n## Fact vs. Opinion 31-40\n## True vs. False 41-50","[{\"question\":\"What is the tallest bird on the planet according to the reading?\",\"answer\":\"The reading states that the tallest bird on the planet is the ostrich.\"},{\"question\":\"Where do ostriches mostly live?\",\"answer\":\"Ostriches mostly live in the warm savannas and grasslands of Africa.\"},{\"question\":\"What determines whether a statement is fact or opinion in the questions?\",\"answer\":\"Students decide based on whether the statement matches information provided in the article (fact) or reflects a judgment or belief not directly supported (opinion).\"},{\"question\":\"How should students answer the animal-say questions?\",\"answer\":\"They determine whether the statement is something the animal would say (W) or not (N) based on the article’s details about ostriches.\"}]","Ostriches - Reading and Question Set | PDF",28]