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These incredible birds are a type of falcon that are known for their speed, reaching over 240 miles per hour during their high-speed dive to catch prey, making them the fastest creatures in the animal kingdom! They are about the size of a large crow, have sharp pointed wings, and a distinctive black 'moustache' that contrasts with their white face. Their back and long pointed wings are bluish-gray, and their belly is pale with fine, dark markings.  \nNow, let's talk about where Peregrine Falcons live and what they eat. These amazing birds can be found all over the world, except in extreme polar areas and very high mountains. They love to live in places with wide-open spaces, so they can easily find prey and dive to catch it. Their favorite meals are other birds, like pigeons and doves, which they catch in mid-air!  \nLet's learn about the life cycle of a Peregrine Falcon. After hatching from an egg, they spend about six weeks in their nest before they are ready to fly. Peregrine Falcons usually mate for life and return to the same nesting spot annually. They can live up to 15-20 years in the wild, which is quite long for a bird!  \nFinally, let's look at the relationship between Peregrine Falcons, humans, and other animals. These birds of prey don't have many natural enemies, but can sometimes be attacked by larger birds and animals. For humans, Peregrine Falcons have been admired for their speed and strength and have been used in falconry for over a thousand years. Peregrine Falcons are truly fascinating creatures with unique characteristics that set them apart from other species, don't you think?  \nSolve each problem.  \nUse the article to answer the question.  \n1) What is the size comparison between a Peregrine Falcon and a crow?  \nA. A Peregrine Falcon is twice the size of a crow  \nB. A Peregrine Falcon is about the size of a large crow  \nC. A Peregrine Falcon is half the size of a crow  \nD. A Peregrine Falcon is smaller than a crow  \n2) How often do Peregrine Falcons return to their nesting spot?  \nA. Every two years B. Only once in their lifetime  \nC. Monthly D. Annually  \n3) What kind of areas do Peregrine Falcons love to live?  \nA. Places with wide-open spaces B. Densely populated areas  \nC. Forested areas D. Urban areas  \n4) What is the favorite food of Peregrine Falcons?  \nA. Insects B. Berries and nuts C. Other birds D. Mice and rats  \n5) How fast can a Peregrine Falcon dive to catch its prey?  \nA. Over 100 miles per hour B. Over 240 miles per hour  \nC. Over 200 miles per hour D. Over 300 miles per hour  \n6) Which choice is a location Peregrine Falcons would not be found?  \nA. Polar areas B. Grasslands C. Tropical D. Deserts  \nrainforests  \n7) At what age are Peregrine Falcons ready to fly after hatching?  \nA. One week B. Six weeks C. Nine weeks D. Three weeks  \n8) How long can a Peregrine Falcon live in the wild?  \nA. 50-60 years B. 5-10 years C. 15-20 years D. 30-35 years  \n9) What color is the \"moustache\" of the Peregrine Falcon?  \nA. Black B. Brown C. Yellow D. White  \n10) How long have humans been using Peregrine Falcons in falconry?  \nA. A few hundred years B. Over a thousand years  \nC. Just a few decades D. Fifty years  \nDetermine if the statements is something the animal would say (W) or it it is not something the animal would say (N).  \n11) \"I'm frequently attacked by smaller birds and animals. \"  \n12) \"My back and long pointed wings are bluish-gray, while my belly is pale with dark markings. \"  \n13) \"Did you know that for a bird, I have quite a long lifespan? I can live up to 20 years!\"  \n14) \"Wide-open spaces are my favorite, that's where I can spot my prey and perform my high-speed dive. \"  \n15) \"I can dive faster than any other animal on earth, over 240 miles per hour!\"  \n\n| \u003Cbr>Reading | [www.CommonCoreSheets.com Page 2 of 6](www.CommonCoreSheets.com Page 2 of 6) | 1-10\u003Cbr>11-20 | 99 | 97 | 96 | 94 | 93 | 91 | 90 | 89 | 87 | 86 |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --","cbCaibSkivoH0el7","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaibSkivoH0el7","pdf",174204,13,"English","# Reading\n## Comprehension Questions (1-10)\n## Animal-Say Statements (11-29)\n## Fact vs Opinion (30-37)","[{\"question\":\"What does the passage say about where Peregrine Falcons live?\",\"answer\":\"Peregrine Falcons are found all over the world except in extreme polar areas and very high mountains. 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