Brown Bears Reading Passage

What are bears threatened by today?

• Climate change

• Natural predators

• Humans destroying their habitats

• Overpopulation of bears

Where do brown bears live?

• Only in North America

• Only in northern Europe

• In northern Europe, Asia, and North America

• Only in Asia

What color can brown bears be in North America?

• Only brown

• Only cream color

• Cream color to almost black

• Only black

Why are brown bears unable to climb trees?

• Because they are too heavy

• Because they have short fur

• Because they have small claws

• Because their claws are dull

What is the weight range of brown bears?

• 50 to 500 pounds

• 120 to 1,500 pounds

• 200 to 800 pounds

• 300 to 1,200 pounds

Where does the American Black Bear live?

• Arctic Circle

• North America

• Europe

• Asia

What is the weight range of the American Black Bear?

• 50-100 pounds

• 100-200 pounds

• 90-550 pounds

• 770-1500 pounds

What color can American Black Bears be?

• Always black

• White, blond, or brown

• Only brown

• Black and white

What is the primary habitat of the polar bear?

• Forests

• Arctic Circle

• Deserts

• Mountains

What is the main food source for polar bears?

• Plants and animals

• Seals

• Berries

• Fish