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That's probably a swallow! These amazing birds are small and streamlined, perfect for their high-speed lifestyle. They have pointed wings and a forked tail, which make them excellent flyers. Swallows are usually dark on top and light underneath, which helps them blend in whether they're flying high in the sky or low over a field.  \nSpeaking of flying, did you know that swallows are migratory birds? This means they travel long distances from their summer homes in places like North America or Europe to warmer regions in the south when it starts getting cold. That's quite a journey, isn't it? But don't worry, they'll be back again when the weather warms up!  \nWhile on their journeys, swallows have a pretty interesting diet. They eat all sorts of insects like flies, beetles and moths, which they catch mid-flight! Isn't that cool? They don't need to stop for a meal. This high-protein diet helps them keep their energy up for all that flying.  \nNow, you might be wondering about how swallows interact with us and other animals. Well, they're actually quite helpful to us humans because they eat a lot of pests. As for other animals, they generally stay out of trouble by flying high and fast. So there you have it, swallows are not only amazing to watch but they also help keep our environment balanced.  \nSolve each problem.  \nUse the article to answer the question.  \n1) What do swallows do to stay out of trouble with other animals?  \nA. They hide in small spaces B. They fly high and fast  \nC. They gather in large groups D. They play dead  \n2) What do swallows eat?  \nA. Small animals B. Insects C. Fruits D. Seeds  \n3) What does it mean if a bird is migratory?  \nA. They sleep during the winter B. They only come out at night  \nC. They can live anywhere in the D. They travel long distances  \nworld depending on the season  \n4) Why are swallows helpful to humans?  \nA. They eat a lot of pests B. They are good pets  \nC. They sing beautifully D. They help pollinate flowers  \n5) When do swallows travel to warmer regions?  \nA. When food is scarce B. During rainy season  \nC. When it starts getting cold D. When it starts getting hot  \n6) Why are swallows usually dark on top and light underneath?  \nA. To scare away predators B. To attract mates  \nC. To stay cool in the sun D. To blend in when flying high and  \nlow  \n7) What is special about how swallows catch their food?  \nA. They catch them mid-flight  \nB. They use their wings to dig them from the ground  \nC. They catch fish that jump from the water  \nD. They pounce on their prey from branches  \n8) Where do swallows spend their summer?  \nA. Antarctica or the Arctic B. Africa or South America  \nC. North America or Europe D. Asia or Australia  \nDetermine if the statements is something the animal would say (W) or it it is not something the animal would say (N).  \n9) \"I help humans by eating pests. It's a win-win, I get food and humans get less pests!\"  \n10) \"My diet consists mostly of grains. \"  \n11) \"I catch my food while perched on a branch. \"  \n12) \"I'm much slower than most birds. \"  \n13) \"Did you know I catch my food while I fly?\"  \n14) \"You can find me in North America and Europe. \"  \n15) \"I usually stick to the ground and avoid flying. \"  \n16) \"I eat only fruits and vegetables. \"  \n17) \"I prefer eating fruits. \"  \n\n| \u003Cbr>Reading | [www.CommonCoreSheets.com Page 2 of 4](www.CommonCoreSheets.com Page 2 of 4) | 1-10\u003Cbr>11-20 | 98 | 96 | 94 | 91 | 89 | 87 | 85 | 83 | 81 | 79 |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n|  |  |  | 77 | 74 | 72 | 70 | 68 | 66 | 64 | 62 | 60 | 57 |\n\n18) \"I have a forked tail that you might see when I'm flying. \"  \n19) \"I usually fly low and slow. \"  \n20) \"You might notice my long, pointy wings. 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