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That's a pelican for you! These large and somewhat goofy-looking birds have a distinctive pouch under their beaks, which they use for catching food. Their feather colors can vary from white, brown, or gray, and they have short legs with webbed feet perfect for swimming. There are eight different species of pelicans, and they can be found all around the world.  \nNow, let's dive into the fascinating world of what pelicans eat and where they live. Pelicans are great fishermen and mostly eat fish, but they’ll also snack on amphibians, crustaceans, and on rare occasions, smaller birds. They live in coastal areas, near lakes and rivers, and they are social creatures often seen in large flocks. Pelicans are well adapted to their aquatic homes with their long beaks and large throat pouches to scoop up their meals.  \nYou must be curious about the life cycle of these large birds and their relationships with other animals and humans. Pelicans usually live up to 15 to 25 years, and they begin to breed when they are three or four years old. They are generally peaceful birds but can become aggressive if they feel their nests are threatened. Pelicans are generally unafraid of humans and have been known to snatch food from unsuspecting people!  \nBefore we wrap up, let's look at some cool facts and defenses of these amazing birds. One of the most interesting things about pelicans is their large beak and throat pouch, which they use as a net to catch fish. They also have a hard layer of feathers that protect them from the sun and help them float in the water. So, next time you see a pelican, remember these fun facts about their lives and their important role in the ecosystem.  \nSolve each problem.  \nUse the article to answer the question.  \n1) Where can pelicans be found?  \nA. Only in rainforests B. Only in deserts  \nC. Only in polar regions D. All around the world  \n2) What are some animals that pelicans eat?  \nA. Amphibians, crustaceans, and B. Lions, elephants, and giraffes smaller birds  \nC. Worms, snails, and plants D. Mammals, reptiles, and insects  \n3) How many species of pelicans are there?  \nA. Ten. B. Five. C. Eight. D. Twenty.  \n4) How long do pelicans usually live?  \nA. 30 to 40 years. B. 5 to 10 years.  \nC. 15 to 25 years. D. 50 to 60 years.  \n5) What colors can the feathers of a pelican be?  \nA. Yellow, orange, or black B. Red, green, or blue  \nC. Purple, pink, or teal D. White, brown, or gray  \n6) What do pelicans use their pouch for?  \nA. For storing water. B. For flying.  \nC. For catching food. D. For making sounds.  \n7) What do pelicans usually eat?  \nA. Plants. B. Fish. C. Mice. D. Insects.  \n8) Where do pelicans generally live?  \nA. Above the tree line B. Mountains and deserts  \nC. Coastal areas, near lakes, and D. Far from water bodies  \nrivers  \n9) What can pelicans snatch from unsuspecting humans?  \nA. Food B. Shiny objects C. Clothes D. Money  \n10) From what age do pelicans start breeding?  \nA. When they are born B. Three or four years old  \nC. At seven or eight years old D. At one year old  \n11) Where is a pelican's pouch?  \nA. On their stomach B. They do not have any pouch  \nC. Under their beak D. On their back  \nDetermine if the statements is something the animal would say (W) or it it is not something the animal would say (N).  \n12) \"I only live in the United States. \"  \n13) \"I only live around deserts. \"  \n14) \"I am a great fisherman; fish is my favorite food. \"  \n15) \"I'm the smallest bird in the world. \"  \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 | 95 | 93 | 92 | 90 | 89 | 88 | 86 |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n|  |  |  | 85 | 84 | 82 | 81 | 79 | 78 | 77 | 75 | 74 | 73 |\n\n16) \"I don't usually live long, maybe about 5 years. \"  \n17) \"I don't ever eat amphibians and crustaceans, only fish. \"  \n18) \"","cbCaiurMFUnfWLVL","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaiurMFUnfWLVL","pdf",160628,11,"English","# Reading Comprehension\n## Questions 1-11\n## Animal-speech vs. non-animal-speech (12-15, 16-31)\n## Fact vs. opinion (32-41)\n## True vs. false (42-46)","[{\"question\":\"Where can pelicans be found?\",\"answer\":\"Pelicans can be found all around the world.\"},{\"question\":\"What do pelicans usually eat?\",\"answer\":\"Pelicans mainly eat fish, but they also eat amphibians and crustaceans and sometimes smaller birds.\"},{\"question\":\"How do pelicans use their pouch?\",\"answer\":\"Pelicans use the pouch under their beaks like a net to catch fish.\"}]","Pelicans - Reading Comprehension and Questions | PDF",1790805599,28]