Don't Touch Me!

How are holly and rose bushes alike?

• They have a good smell.

• They have sharp points.

• They make people itch.

• They make people sick.

The passage says that cactus plants have spines. What does the word spines mean?

• arms

• backs

• needles

• flowers

How can you tell if a plant is poison ivy?

• if it has three leaves together

• if it has leaves that are shiny

• if it has leaves that are sharp

• if it has light green leaves

Which part tells about a plant that hides? A Ow Ow Ow B Itch C Shy Plants D Plants with Ants

• Ow Ow Ow

• Itch

• Shy Plants

• Plants with Ants

Which of these is the MAIN question that the author answers?

• What do plants need?

• Where do plants live?

• How do plants stay safe?

• Why do plants live with bugs?