Shark Skin and Swimsuits

Shark skin is covered in small scales called .....

• denim

• skin

• denticles

• glitter

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

Denticles help the shark swim

• without tipping over

• fast

• in circles

• in cold water

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

Denticles also ....

• help algae and barnacles to grow on sharks.

• make it hard for algae and barnacles to grow on sharks

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

Why would someone want a swimsuit made out of artificial shark skin?

• It would impress their friends.

• It would keep the person warm.

• It would protect from the sun's rays.

• It would help you swim fast.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.9

CCSS.RI.4.8

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RL.1.5

CCSS.RL.4.5

What does the word "artificial" mean?

• natural

• man made

• tough

• sharp

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

Where else might artificial shark skin be used?

• On ships

• On airplanes

• On cars

• On bicycles

What does the word "banned" mean?

• Allowed

• Given

• forbidden

• planned

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4