Kangaroo Rat — Passage and Quiz
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ABOUT THIS READER
The Kangaroo Rat is a small desert animal renowned for its impressive jumping abilities, thanks to its large back legs. Resembling a tiny kangaroo, this rodent primarily feeds on seeds and plants, obtaining all the water it needs from its food. The Kangaroo Rat constructs burrows to live in, which help protect it from the extreme daytime heat. It is nocturnal, coming out at night to forage for food. The Kangaroo Rat's ability to survive in the harsh desert environment with minimal water makes it a fascinating subject for those interested in animal adaptations.
Publisher: Workybooks
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Written by:Neha Goel Tripathi
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CONTENT PREVIEW
Kangaroo Rat
The Kangaroo Rat lives in the desert. It is very small. It has big back legs. These legs help it jump high. It looks like a tiny kangaroo. It eats seeds and plants. It gets water from the food it eats. The Kangaroo Rat makes burrows to live in. It stays in the burrow during the day. It comes out at night to find food.
Quiz
1. Where does the Kangaroo Rat live?
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In the forestB
In the desertC
In the oceanD
In the city2. What does the Kangaroo Rat eat?
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MeatB
FishC
Seeds and plantsD
Insects3. What helps the Kangaroo Rat jump high?
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Its big back legsB
Its long tailC
Its big earsD
Its strong arms4. When does the Kangaroo Rat come out to find food?
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In the morningB
In the afternoonC
At nightD
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