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These tiny critters have slim bodies, narrow waists, and are usually black or have bright warning colors. Their bodies can be shiny or dull, and they have wings which they use to dart through the air. And don't forget their stingers, those sharp little weapons they have at the end of their bodies.  \nSpeaking of their stingers, did you know they use them not just to protect themselves, but also to hunt? Wasps are carnivorous, which means they love to eat other insects and caterpillars. Sometimes, they even feed on nectar and fruit. When they're not hunting, wasps can be found in a variety of habitats, from forests to deserts, and even in human homes!  \nWhile we might not like finding them in our homes, wasps actually play a very important role in nature. They help control the population of other insects by hunting them for food. They are also pollinators, which means they help plants to produce fruit and seeds. But, of course, it's always important to be careful around them because their stings can really hurt!  \nDespite their stings, wasps are not just about defending themselves, they have a fascinating life too! A wasp's life begins as an egg, and after they hatch, they spend time as larvae before maturing into adults. Some wasps even have the ability to 'freeze' their development and wait for better weather before they grow up. So, while they might seem scary, remember that wasps are an essential part of our world and have their own interesting stories to tell.  \nSolve each problem.  \nUse the article to answer the question.  \n1) Where can you find a wasp's stinger?  \nA. At the end of their bodies B. On their wings  \nC. On their heads D. In their mouths  \n2) If you wanted to find wasps in the wild where would be the best place to look?  \nA. In a cave B. In a snowy field C. In a forest D. In a river  \n3) Which choice is not part of a wasp's diet?  \nA. Nectar B. Caterpillars C. Seeds D. Insects  \n4) Why should we be careful around wasps?  \nA. They are very loud B. They can make us sick  \nC. They can steal our food D. Their stings can hurt  \n5) Which best describes wasps?  \nA. Omnivores B. Insectivores C. Herbivores D. Carnivores  \n6) What do wasps use their stingers for?  \nA. Resting and laying eggs B. Protection and hunting  \nC. Flying and swimming D. Eating and building nests  \n7) What stage comes after a wasp hatches from an egg?  \nA. Larvae B. Adult C. Pupa D. Young  \n8) What ability do some wasps have?  \nA. Changing their color B. Breathing under water  \nC. Freezing their development D. Regrowing lost limbs  \n9) What role do wasps play in nature?  \nA. They spread seeds through their droppings.  \nB. They pollinate flowers and some small plants.  \nC. They control the population of insects.  \nD. They help keep rivers and lakes clean.  \n10) What body part do wasps use to protect themselves and to hunt?  \nA. Wings B. Antennae C. 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We actually help control the number of other insects by hunting them. \"  \n16) \"My life starts as a caterpillar not as an egg. \"  \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\n17) \"I don't like nectar or fruits, they're too sweet for me. \"  \n18) \"Our homes are everywhe","cbCaivk27QfZVZrd","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaivk27QfZVZrd","pdf",129921,11,"English","# Where to Find a Wasp's Stinger\n# Finding Wasps in the Wild\n# Wasps' Diet\n# Safety Around Wasps\n# Classifying Statements and Answers\n## Dialogue (W) or Not (N)\n## Fact or Opinion\n## True or False","[{\"question\":\"Where is a wasp’s stinger located?\",\"answer\":\"A wasp’s stinger is at the end of its body.\"},{\"question\":\"What kinds of things do wasps eat?\",\"answer\":\"Wasps are carnivorous and eat other insects and caterpillars; sometimes they also eat nectar and fruit.\"},{\"question\":\"Why do we need to be careful around wasps?\",\"answer\":\"Their stings can hurt, so it’s important to keep a safe distance.\"}]","Wasps - Reading and Questions | PDF",1790809254,28]