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Lizards, turtles, and snakes are all reptiles. They live in
10 a world full of danger. Predators are on the prowl, looking
21 to eat reptiles that aren’t careful. Animals may try to steal
32 their territory or their eggs, or eat them. Reptiles aren’t
42 helpless though. They have many defenses they can use to
52 protect themselves and their homes.
57 In the face of a threat, a reptile’s usual behavior is to avoid
70 it. Lizards dart away. Snakes slither away. Turtles hide in
80 their shells or slip into the water. Escape is sometimes the
91 only way to live another day. Often, though, staying out of
102 trouble isn’t possible. That’s when a reptile uses its defenses
112 to help it stay alive. It may use color, size, special body parts,
125 or even deadly poison to survive. Read on to learn more.
136 Sometimes a reptile can’t run away from danger. Most
145 will then try to scare the predator away. Some change the
156 way they stand. Others change the way they look. 165
Comprehension Check
1. What is the main idea of this passage? Main Idea and Details
2. What special defenses may reptiles use? Main Idea and Details
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Carlos and the Skunk • Grade 5/Unit 4
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