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The text describes their camouflage colors (green or brown), size range, and their worldwide habitat across trees, shrubs, and grassy meadows, especially in spring and summer. It covers molting as nymphs grow, their carnivorous diet, egg-laying up to 200 eggs in protective foam, and their ecological role controlling pests. 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Well, there's no need to imagine, because such a creature exists right here on Earth - it's called a praying mantis! These fascinating insects are named so because of their prayer-like stance, with their two front legs folded as if praying. A praying mantis can be green or brown and can range in size from 0.5 to 6 inches, and it's a master of disguise, blending perfectly with its surroundings.  \nSpeaking of surroundings, praying mantises can be found all over the world, living in a variety of environments. From warm, tropical rainforests to cool, temperate regions, these adaptable critters make their homes in trees, shrubs, and even in grassy meadows. They're most commonly seen in the spring and summer months, and if you're lucky enough, you might spot one in your own backyard! And do you know what's even cooler? Female mantises lay up to 200 eggs, which they encase in a protective foam that hardens into an egg case.  \nNow, let's talk about what happens when those eggs hatch. The baby mantises, called nymphs, look like miniature versions of their parents. As they grow, they shed their skin, a process called molting, until they become full-grown mantises. These insects are carnivores and eat a variety of insects, including flies and moths, and sometimes they even eat each other!  \nLastly, let's not forget to mention the interesting relationship mantises have with other animals and humans. For some animals, mantises are a source of food, but for others, these stealthy hunters are a threat. Humans, on the other hand, appreciate mantises because they help control pest populations. So, next time you see a praying mantis, remember that it's not only an incredible insect, but also an important part of our ecosystem.  \nSolve each problem.  \nUse the article to answer the question.  \n1) What is the process called when baby mantises shed their skin?  \nA. Skinning B. Mantising C. Shedding D. Molting  \n2) Where would you most likely not find praying mantises making their homes?  \nA. Shrubs B. Meadows C. Trees D. Beaches  \n3) What are baby mantises called?  \nA. nymphs B. caterpillars C. larvae D. pupae  \n4) What is special about the head of a praying mantis?  \nA. It grows a new head every 6 B. It can survive even without its  \nmonths. head.  \nC. It is able to detach its head. D. It can turn its head 180 degrees.  \n5) What colors can a praying mantis be?  \nA. Black or white. B. Green or brown.  \nC. Blue or red. D. Purple or yellow.  \n6) How many eggs can a female praying mantis lay?  \nA. up to 200 B. up to 100 C. up to 500 D. only one  \n7) Which best describes the diet of mantises?  \nA. insectivores B. carnivores C. herbivores D. omnivores  \n8) What time of year are praying mantises most commonly seen?  \nA. Spring and summer months B. Fall and winter months  \nC. Random times throughout the year D. All year round  \n9) What is the purpose of the foam that covers the eggs?  \nA. Protects the eggs B. Helps eggs hatch faster  \nC. Provides food for the nymphs D. Keeps eggs warm  \n10) Why do humans appreciate mantises?  \nA. They help control pest populations B. They make good pets  \nC. They help spread seeds D. They help clean rivers  \n11) Why are praying mantises named so?  \nA. because of their prayer-like stance  \nB. because they can turn their heads 180 degrees  \nC. because they are great hunters  \nD. because they have triangular heads  \nDetermine if the statements is something the animal would say (W) or it it is not something the animal would say (N).  \n12) \"I'm vegetarian, I don't eat insects. \"  \n13) \"I usually lay just one or two eggs. \"  \n14) \"Whether it's green or brown, my color always matches where I live. This helps me stay safe from my predators. \"  \n\n| \u003Cbr>Reading | [www.CommonCoreSheets.com Page 2 of 5](www.CommonCoreSheets.com Page 2 of 5) | 1-10\u003Cbr>11-20 | 98 | 97 | 95 | 94 | 92 | 90 | 89 | 87 | ","cbCairWb96QZlMfx","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCairWb96QZlMfx","pdf",132147,11,"English","# Questions: Life Cycle, Habitat, and Traits\n## Multiple-choice Q&A (1-11)\n## Animal-speech vs not (12-31)\n## Fact vs opinion (32-38)","[{\"question\":\"What is the term for the process baby mantises use to shed their skin?\",\"answer\":\"Baby mantises shed their skin through a process called molting.\"},{\"question\":\"Where can praying mantises typically make their homes?\",\"answer\":\"They live worldwide in environments such as trees, shrubs, and grassy meadows.\"},{\"question\":\"How many eggs can a female praying mantis lay, and how are they protected?\",\"answer\":\"A female can lay up to 200 eggs, which are encased in protective foam that hardens into an egg case.\"}]","Praying Mantis - Life Cycle, Habitat, Diet, and Q&A | PDF",1790808507,28]