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It explains their diet of seeds, fruits, plants, and occasional urban foods like bread crumbs and popcorn. The passage covers habitat adaptability, flocking and nest placement, and links between pigeons and humans in communication, sport, and war. 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These fascinating creatures are known for their sleek bodies, covered in a coat of feathers that can be a variety of colors, from grey and white to green and purple. They have short necks, but a surprisingly large head for their size, and their eyes are an interesting mix of orange and red. Pigeons also have a unique feature called a 'crop', a special part of their throat used for storing food.  \nSpeaking of food, have you ever wondered what pigeons like to eat? These city dwellers have quite a varied diet, mostly munching on seeds, fruits and plants. But don't be fooled, these birds also have a sweet tooth,  \nthey are known to occasionally snack on bread crumbs, popcorn and other treats they find in urban areas. This varied diet helps them stay strong and healthy, ready to face the challenges of their urban jungle.  \nNow that we know what they eat, let's take a look at where these creatures make their homes. Pigeons are highly adaptable and can live in varied environments, from countryside barns to bustling city streets. They're also sociable birds and often found in large flocks, they even build their nests close to each other in locations that are safe from predators. Not only do they get along with each other, but pigeons have a long history with humans, being used for communication, in sport and even in war!  \nMoving from homes to lifetimes, let's dive into the life cycle of these interesting birds. After hatching from their eggs, young pigeons, known as squabs, stay in the nest for about a month before they're ready to fly. As they grow, these birds can live for up to 6 years in the wild, but some pigeons have been known to live for over 15 years! So, from their colorful feathers to their urban lifestyle, pigeons certainly make for an interesting neighbor in our cities and towns.  \nSolve each problem.  \nUse the article to answer the question.  \n1) What color are a pigeon's eyes?  \nA. Orange and red B. Blue and green  \nC. Solid black D. Purple and yellow  \n2) What is the variety of colors pigeons' feathers can be?  \nA. Black, blue, red and yellow B. Grey, white, green and purple  \nC. Pink, lavender, teal and navy D. Brown, orange, silver and gold  \n3) What are two types of food that pigeons like to eat?  \nA. Candy and soda B. Seeds and fruits  \nC. Meat and fish D. Cheese and yogurt  \n4) How do pigeons usually live?  \nA. In small groups B. In pairs C. Alone D. In large flocks  \n5) How long do pigeons usually live in the wild?  \nA. Up to 6 years B. Up to 20 years  \nC. Up to 10 years D. Up to 2 years  \n6) What is a 'crop' that pigeons have?  \nA. A special part of their throat used B. A specific type of sound they for storing food make  \nC. A color pattern on their body D. A type of feather on their wings  \n7) What were pigeons used for by humans?  \nA. Entertainment and decoration B. Communication  \nC. Farming and gardening D. Cooking and cleaning  \n8) What are young pigeons known as?  \nA. Chicks B. Squabs C. Fledglings D. Hatchlings  \n9) Where can pigeons make their homes?  \nA. Only on rocky, inaccessible cliffs and mountains  \nB. Only in dry desert regions and sand dunes  \nC. In various places from barns to city streets  \nD. Only in dense jungles and thick forests  \n10) How long do young pigeons stay in the nest?  \nA. About a month B. About a week  \nC. About a year D. 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