Desert Scorpion — Passage and Quiz
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ABOUT THIS READER
The Desert Scorpion is a resilient arachnid that inhabits the desert. It has a hard exoskeleton for protection and uses its pincers to grab prey. The scorpion has a venomous stinger at the end of its tail, primarily used to subdue its food. Desert scorpions are nocturnal hunters, coming out at night to feed on insects and small animals. During the day, they stay hidden under rocks or in burrows to avoid the heat. The Desert Scorpion's ability to thrive in harsh conditions makes it a fascinating desert creature.
Publisher: Workybooks
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Written by:Neha Goel Tripathi
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CONTENT PREVIEW
Desert Scorpion
The Desert Scorpion is a tough and resilient arachnid that lives in the desert. It has a hard exoskeleton that protects it from the harsh environment. The scorpion has pincers to grab its prey and a stinger at the end of its tail to inject venom. Desert scorpions are nocturnal, hunting for insects and small animals at night. During the day, they hide under rocks or in burrows to stay cool. Their venom can be harmful, but they use it mainly to catch food.
Quiz
1. What kind of animal is a Desert Scorpion?
A
A birdB
A mammalC
An insectD
An arachnid2. What do Desert Scorpions use their pincers for?
A
FlyingB
SwimmingC
Grabbing preyD
Digging burrows3. When do Desert Scorpions hunt?
A
In the morningB
In the afternoonC
At nightD
During the day4. Where do Desert Scorpions hide during the day?
A
In a treeB
Under rocks or in burrowsC
In a nestD
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