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These spiders are known for their large size, with some species'body reaching up to 4.75 inches and leg span up to 11 inches, making them one of the largest spiders in the world. They have a hard outer body called an exoskeleton, and they molt, or shed their skin as they grow. Their bodies are covered in tiny hairs that they use to sense vibrations in the air or on the ground.  \nSpeaking of these gentle giants, did you know they have quite the appetite? Tarantulas eat a variety of foods, from insects like beetles and grasshoppers to small birds and mice. They don't eat like we do, though. They inject  \ntheir prey with venom to paralyze it, and then they liquefy their food to drink it up! This might sound a bit creepy, but it's how they survive in the wild.  \nSo, where can you find these fascinating creatures in the wild? Tarantulas live in a variety of habitats around the world, from deserts to jungles and forests. They make their homes in burrows underground, which they line with silk to keep out predators and weather. While they might seem scary, tarantulas are actually quite shy and would rather run away than fight.  \nNow you might be wondering, what makes tarantulas different from other spiders? For starters, unlike most spiders, tarantulas don't use webs to catch their prey. They also live much longer than most spiders, with some females living up to 25 years! So next time you see a spider, remember, it could be a tarantula, the gentle giant of the spider world, using its hairy legs to sense the world around it.  \nSolve each problem.  \nUse the article to answer the question.  \n1) How big can a tarantula's body get?  \nA. Around 2 inches B. over 4 inches  \nC. Over 6 inches D. Not more than 3 inches  \n2) Why are tarantulas different from other spiders?  \nA. They live much longer than most B. They have more legs  \nspiders  \nC. They are vegetarian D. They are always venomous  \n3) What do adult tarantulas eat?  \nA. Human skin, blood and hair B. Plants, leaves and twigs  \nC. Insects, small birds and mice D. Adult tarantulas do not eat  \n4) What is the lifespan of female tarantulas?  \nA. Only 5 years B. Around 10 years  \nC. Up to 25 years D. Not more than 15 years  \n5) How do tarantulas react when they encounter danger?  \nA. They play dead B. They release a bad smell  \nC. They try and run away D. They fight back aggressively  \n6) What does a tarantula use to sense vibrations?  \nA. Their antennae B. Tiny hairs on their bodies  \nC. Their eight legs D. Their eyes  \n7) Where would you NOT find tarantulas in the wild?  \nA. dry forests B. jungles C. Cities D. deserts  \n8) Where do tarantulas make their homes?  \nA. In large webs they build B. On leaves  \nC. In burrows underground D. In tree trunks  \n9) Do tarantulas use webs to catch their prey?  \nA. No, they don't use webs to catch their prey  \nB. Yes, they use sticky webs to catch their prey  \nC. Yes, they use complex webs to catch their prey  \nD. Yes, they use giant webs to catch their prey  \n10) How do tarantulas protect their homes?  \nA. They build a door of dirt B. They line their burrows with silk  \nC. They hide it with rocks D. They cover it with leaves  \nDetermine if the statements is something the animal would say (W) or it it is not something the animal would say (N).  \n11) \"My lifespan is as short as other spiders, around a year or so. \"  \n12) \"We tarantulas have a hard outer body called an exoskeleton. As we get older and grow larger we shed our skin!\"  \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 | 91 | 89 | 88 | 86 | 85 |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n|  |  |  | 83 | 82 | 80 | 79 | 77 | 76 | 74 | 73 | 71 | 70 |\n\n13) \"My way to eat is a lot different than yours. Instead of chewing my food, I inject my prey with venom to paralyze i","cbCaiugi92xaOaqw","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaiugi92xaOaqw","pdf",102857,11,"English","# Questions about tarantulas\n## Multiple-choice Q1–Q10\n## Speaker statements W/N Q11–Q29\n## Fact or opinion Q30–Q38","[{\"question\":\"How do tarantulas eat their prey?\",\"answer\":\"They inject prey with venom to paralyze it, then liquefy their food so they can drink it.\"},{\"question\":\"Where do tarantulas live in the wild?\",\"answer\":\"They live in many habitats around the world, such as deserts, jungles, and forests, often in underground burrows lined with silk.\"},{\"question\":\"Do tarantulas use webs to catch prey?\",\"answer\":\"No. Unlike most spiders, tarantulas do not use webs to catch their prey.\"}]","Tarantulas - Reading Comprehension Questions | PDF",1790805779,28]