Reading Review

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What does 'affable' mean?

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Friendly and polite.

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What is the main idea of a passage?

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The central point or message that the author wants to convey.

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What is a supporting detail?

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A fact or example that helps explain or support the main idea.

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What does 'hibernate' mean?

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To spend a long period of time in a dormant state, usually during winter.

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What does 'gorge' mean?

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To eat greedily.

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What are physical features?

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Characteristics of an animal's body that help it survive.

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What is the purpose of a hard shell for turtles?

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To provide protection from predators.

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How do baby animals learn survival behaviors?

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They watch their parents to learn how to hunt, play, and defend themselves.

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What is the main idea of a passage about animal survival?

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Many animals learn behaviors that help them survive.

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What is an example of a supporting detail for hibernation?

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Throughout this period of time, the animals’ bodies live off of this stored fat.