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Pygmy shrews are one of the smallest mammals in the world, with a body length of about 2 inches. They have along snout, a furry tail, and big eyes to help them see in the dark. These little creatures can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia, living in forests, grasslands, and even gardens.  \nNow let's explore the fascinating life cycle and diet of the pygmy shrew. These tiny animals have a short lifespan of about 1.5 years, and they grow up quickly,  \nbecoming adults in just a few months. Pygmy shrews are great hunters, eating insects, spiders, and other small invertebrates. They need to eat constantly, consuming up to three times their body weight in food every day!  \nFinally, let's look at the pygmy shrew's relationships with humans, other animals, and their unique defenses. Pygmy shrews are usually harmless to humans, but they do have a strong odor that keeps predators like birds and snakes away. These little creatures also have a special relationship with larger animals, like owls and foxes, who help control the insect population by eating the shrews. One interesting fact about pygmy shrews is that they use echolocation, just like bats, to find their way around and hunt for food.  \nNow that we've learned about the fascinating pygmy shrew, it's easy to see why these tiny creatures are so interesting and important in the animal kingdom.  \nPygmy Shrew  \nName:  \n\n| Solve each problem.\u003Cbr>Use the article to answer the question.\u003Cbr>1) What is the approximate body length of a pygmy shrew?\u003Cbr>A. 1 inch B. 4 inches C. 2 inches D. 3 inches\u003Cbr>2) What unique ability do pygmy shrews use to find their way around and hunt for food?\u003Cbr>A. Ultraviolet vision B. Magnetic sense\u003Cbr>C. Echolocation D. Infrared vision\u003Cbr>3) Where can pygmy shrews be found?\u003Cbr>A. Antarctica B. Only in North America\u003Cbr>C. North America, Europe, and Asia D. South America, Africa, and\u003Cbr>Australia\u003Cbr>4) Which larger animals help control the insect population by eating pygmy shrews?\u003Cbr>A. Bears and wolves B. Owls and foxes\u003Cbr>C. Lions and tigers D. Eagles and coyotes\u003Cbr>5) What odor do pygmy shrews have that keeps predators away?\u003Cbr>A. Floral odor B. No odor C. Strong odor D. Sweet odor\u003Cbr>6) Which sense helps pygmy shrews see in the dark?\u003Cbr>A. Smell B. Big eyes C. Touch D. Hearing\u003Cbr>7) What is the average life span of a pygmy shrew?\u003Cbr>A. 6 months B. 2 years C. 3 years D. 1.5 years\u003Cbr>8) What do pygmy shrews mainly eat?\u003Cbr>A. Plants and seeds B. Small mammals\u003Cbr>C. Insects, spiders, and other small D. Fruits and nuts\u003Cbr>invertebrates\u003Cbr>9) Are pygmy shrews harmful to humans?\u003Cbr>A. Yes, they can be dangerous B. Only if provoked\u003Cbr>C. Only if they feel threatened D. No, they are usually harmless\u003Cbr>10) How much food do pygmy shrews need to consume daily?\u003Cbr>A. Four times their body weight B. Twice their body weight\u003Cbr>C. Half their body weight D. Up to three times their body\u003Cbr>weight |  |  |  |  | Answers\u003Cbr>1.  \u003Cbr>2.  \u003Cbr>3.  \u003Cbr>4.  \u003Cbr>5.  \u003Cbr>6.  \u003Cbr>7.  \u003Cbr>8.  \u003Cbr>9.  \u003Cbr>10.   |  |  |  |  |  |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n| 1-10 | 90 | 80 | 70 | 60 | 50 | 40 | 30 | 20 | 10 | 0 |\n\nReading [www.CommonCoreSheets.com](www.CommonCoreSheets.com) Page 2 of 2  \nLet's learn about the tiny but amazing pygmy shrew! Pygmy shrews are one of the smallest mammals in the world, with a body length of about 2 inches. They have along snout, a furry tail, and big eyes to help them see in the dark. These little creatures can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia, living in forests, grasslands, and even gardens.  \nNow let's explore the fascinating life cycle and diet of the pygmy shrew. These tiny animals have a short lifespan of about 1.5 years, and they grow up quickly,  \nbecoming adults in just a few months. Pygmy shrews are great hunters, eating insects, spiders, and other small invertebrates. They need to eat constantly, consuming up to three times their body weight in ","cbCait1aWNF2ZaeG","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCait1aWNF2ZaeG","pdf",161519,"English","# Reading Comprehension Questions\n## Questions 1-10\n## Answer Key","[{\"question\":\"What is the approximate body length of a pygmy shrew?\",\"answer\":\"A pygmy shrew’s body length is about 2 inches.\"},{\"question\":\"How do pygmy shrews find their way around and hunt for food?\",\"answer\":\"They use echolocation, similar to bats, to locate their surroundings and hunt.\"},{\"question\":\"What keeps predators away from pygmy shrews?\",\"answer\":\"Pygmy shrews have a strong odor that helps keep predators such as birds and snakes away.\"}]","Pygmy Shrew - Reading Comprehension Questions | PDF",1790776311,13]