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These minute insects are so small that you might need a magnifying glass to spot them. With slender bodies and fringed wings, they can be quite a variety of colors, from translucent white to dark black or even strikingly patterned. You'll find them all over the world, living in a range of environments, from forests to deserts.  \nSpeaking of where they live, these fascinating creatures play a unique role in the grand scheme of things. Thrips enjoy a diet that consists of plant juices, making them a part of the complex food chain of their ecosystem. They use their sharp, needle-like mouthparts to puncture plants and suck up the tasty juices. But despite their size, they are not just prey; some types of thrips are known tobe predators, feeding on other small insects and mites.  \nOur little friends have an interesting life cycle, much like butterflies. They start their journey as eggs, then grow into larvae, followed by a non-feeding stage called the prepupa and pupa before finally becoming adults. Some of them can even reproduce without needing a mate, which is quite an impressive skill! But it's not all fun and games, they have to watch out for predators like spiders, mites, and other insects who might fancy them for a snack.  \nNow, you might be wondering about their relationship with us humans and other animals. Well, sometimes they can be a bit of a problem for gardeners and farmers because they like to eat and damage plants. On the other hand, the predatory thrips can be quite helpful, as they control the population of harmful pests. So, while they might be minute, thrips play a big role in the ecosystem and show us that every creature, no matter how small, has its place in the world.  \nSolve each problem.  \nUse the article to answer the question.  \n1) Where can thrips be found?  \nA. Thrips can only be found in damp, humid places.  \nB. Thrips can only be found in dry, arid deserts.  \nC. Thrips are found only in cold, snowy regions.  \nD. Thrips can be found all over the world, in forests to deserts.  \n2) Who might consider thrips a problem?  \nA. Gardeners and farmers might consider thrips a problem.  \nB. Fishermen and hunters might consider thrips a problem.  \nC. Architects and engineers might consider thrips a problem.  \nD. Cookers and chefs might consider thrips a problem.  \n3) Who do Thrips have to watch out for?  \nA. Thrips have to watch out for predators like fish and crabs.  \nB. Thrips have to watch out for predators like birds and mammals.  \nC. Thrips have to watch out for predators like spiders and mites.  \nD. Thrips have to watch out for predators like snakes and frogs.  \n4) What do thrips eat?  \nA. Thrips eat pieces of leaves and B. Thrips eat plant juices. bark.  \nC. Thrips eat only other insects. D. Thrips primarily feed on nectar  \nfrom flowers.  \n5) How can you describe the body of a thrip?  \nA. Round with smooth wings B. Slender with fringed wings  \nC. Small with no wings D. Big with strong wings  \n6) What do thrips use to get plant juices?  \nA. Thrips use their antennae to consume plant juices.  \nB. Thrips use their legs to extract plant juices.  \nC. Thrips use their needle-like mouthparts to eat plant juices.  \nD. Thrips use their wings to absorb plant juices.  \n7) How big are thrips?  \nA. So small you need a microscope to see them.  \nB. So small you need a magnifying glass to see them.  \nC. They are about the size of a grasshopper.  \nD. They are about half a foot long.  \n\n| \u003Cbr>Reading | [www.CommonCoreSheets.com Page 2 of 5](www.CommonCoreSheets.com Page 2 of 5) | 1-10\u003Cbr>11-20 | 98 | 96 | 95 | 93 | 91 | 89 | 87 | 85 | 84 | 82 |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n|  |  |  | 80 | 78 | 76 | 75 | 73 | 71 | 69 | 67 | 65 | 64 |\n\n8) What is unique about some thrips reproduction?  \nA. Thrips give live birth like a mammal.  \nB. Thrips reproduce every 17 years.  \nC. 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