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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. Molting C. Mantising D. Shedding  \n2) Where would you most likely not find praying mantises making their homes?  \nA. Trees B. Shrubs C. Beaches D. Meadows  \n3) What are baby mantises called?  \nA. larvae B. nymphs C. caterpillars D. pupae  \n4) What is special about the head of a praying mantis?  \nA. It is able to detach its head. B. It grows a new head every 6  \nmonths.  \nC. It can turn its head 180 degrees. D. It can survive even without its  \nhead.  \n5) What colors can a praying mantis be?  \nA. Blue or red. B. Green or brown.  \nC. Purple or yellow. D. Black or white.  \n6) How many eggs can a female praying mantis lay?  \nA. up to 200 B. up to 500 C. up to 100 D. only one  \n7) Which best describes the diet of mantises?  \nA. herbivores B. carnivores C. omnivores D. insectivores  \n8) What time of year are praying mantises most commonly seen?  \nA. Random times throughout the year B. All year round  \nC. Fall and winter months D. Spring and summer months  \n9) What is the purpose of the foam that covers the eggs?  \nA. Helps eggs hatch faster B. Keeps eggs warm  \nC. Provides food for the nymphs D. Protects the eggs  \n10) Why do humans appreciate mantises?  \nA. They make good pets B. They help control pest populations  \nC. They help clean rivers D. They help spread seeds  \n11) Why are praying mantises named so?  \nA. because they can turn their heads 180 degrees  \nB. because of their prayer-like stance  \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. \"  \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 | 86 | 84 |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n|  |  |  | 83 | 81 | 79 | 7","cbCaii8Zjm2goefV","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaii8Zjm2goefV","pdf",132191,"English","# Questions about Praying Mantis\n## Process, habitat, and traits\n## Diet and seasonal presence\n## Eggs, molting, and human relationship","[{\"question\":\"What process is called when baby mantises shed their skin?\",\"answer\":\"Baby mantises shed their skin through a process called molting.\"},{\"question\":\"Where are praying mantises most likely to live?\",\"answer\":\"They live in varied 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 a protective foam that hardens into an egg case.\"}]","Praying Mantis - Reading and Questions | PDF",1790808517,28]