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That's the titan beetle, one of the largest insects in the world. This gigantic critter can grow up to 6.5 inches long, which is about the length of a dollar bill! Its strong, spiky legs are perfect for climbing and its giant jaws can snap pencils in half!  \nAfter meeting our big friend, let's explore where it lives. Titan beetles call the rainforests of South America home. They like to hang out in the undergrowth, where it's hot and humid, just the way they like it. And guess what? Most of their life they spend as grubs, buried deep in the soil, munching on decaying wood.  \nHaving learned about their home, let's see how these giants interact with other creatures. Despite their scary looks, titan beetles aren't a threat to humans unless provoked. In the wild, they have few predators due to their hard, tough shell and their powerful jaws. However, they are often sought after by collectors and scientists due to their size and rarity.  \nNow that we've made friends with titan beetles, let's uncover some unique facts about them. Unlike most insects, adult titan beetles don't eat-at all! They rely on the energy they stored as grubs to carry them through their adult life. So next time you spot a beetle, remember, it could be a titan, living a large life in a small world!  \nSolve each problem.  \nUse the article to answer the question.  \n1) What is the color of a titan beetle's shell?  \nA. Green B. Red C. Black D. Brown  \n2) Are titan beetles dangerous to humans?  \nA. Only when provoked B. Yes, always  \nC. Only to children D. No, never  \n3) Where does the titan beetle live?  \nA. In the jungles of Asia B. In the rainforests of South  \nAmerica  \nC. In the forests of North America D. In the deserts of Africa  \n4) What do adult titan beetles eat?  \nA. They eat small insects B. They do not eat  \nC. They eat leaves D. They eat fruits  \n5) Why do titan beetles have few predators?  \nA. Because they can fly very high B. Because of their hard shell and  \npowerful jaws  \nC. Because they have strong venom D. Because they're extremely fast  \n6) How long can a titan beetle grow?  \nA. About 6 inches long B. About 10 inches long  \nC. About 8 inches long D. About 4 inches long  \n7) What is the titan beetle's habitat like?  \nA. Dark and damp B. Light and airy  \nC. Cold and dry D. Hot and humid  \n8) What do titan beetles spend most of their life as?  \nA. Cocoons B. Adults C. Eggs D. Grubs  \n9) How powerful are the jaws of a titan beetle?  \nA. They can cut through branches B. They can crush small rocks  \nC. They can snap pencils in half D. They can break bones  \n10) What do titan beetle grubs usually eat?  \nA. Fruits and seeds B. Decaying wood  \nC. Leaves and grass D. Small insects and worms  \nDetermine if the statements is something the animal would say (W) or it it is not something the animal would say (N).  \n11) \"The early part of my life is spent as a grub deep underground. \"  \n12) \"It's rare to find me in the wild, so I'm something of a collector beetle, ya know. \"  \n13) \"I'm one of the largest beetles in the world. \"  \n14) \"I'm named the titan beetle because of my large size. \"  \n15) \"I live in deserts. \"  \n16) \"Although I look fierce, I am not harmful to humans unless they bother me. \"  \n17) \"With my strong jaw, I can easily snap a pencil into two pieces. \"  \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 | 93 | 92 | 90 | 89 | 87 | 85 | 84 |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n|  |  |  | 82 | 80 | 79 | 77 | 75 | 74 | 72 | 70 | 69 | 67 |\n\n18) \"I prefer dry and cold environments. \"  \n19) \"I am a small insect, barely an inch long. \"  \n20) \"In my adult life, I don't need to eat because I've stored enough energy during my grub phase. \"  \n21) \"I like to live in open fields. \"  \n22) \"When fully grown, I can be as long as your hand. \"  \n23) \"My hard","cbCaiuMYdnHC5Qjr","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaiuMYdnHC5Qjr","pdf",159355,11,"English","# Reading Questions\n## Multiple Choice Questions (1-10)\n## Would the Animal Say It? 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