Are Dandelions Edible?

1. Part A - What does the word, “edible” mean?

• Able to correct or improve upon.
• Fit to be eaten, especially by humans.
• Containing plenty of nutrients.
• Located outside, especially in a garden.

2. Part B – Which sentence from Paragraph 1 contains context clues for the word, “edible”?

• Are dandelions edible?
• The answer is a resounding “yes”!
• Not only are you able to eat them, but they are also filled with nutrients.
• Dandelions are a great source of vitamins A, C, and K, folate, calcium, and potassium.

3. Use check marks to select THREE facts about antioxidants.

• They help prevent the process of oxidation.
• They protect your body against free radicals.
• They can slow down the aging process.
• They are found in plants, but not fruits.
• Most people do not have antioxidants in their diets.

4. Use check marks to select THREE nutritional benefits of dandelions.

• Lowers blood pressure.
• Increases inflammation.
• Are rich in vitamins A, C, and K.
• Decreases inflammation.
• Eliminates potassium.

5. “One of the easiest ways to integrate dandelions into your diet is by adding them to salads.” What does the word, “integrate” mean from Paragraph 6?

• To unite or join
• To grill or bake
• To make pleasant tasting
• To add nutrients

6. Which is a negative feature about dandelions from Paragraph 6?

• They take a long time to cook.
• They taste bitter.
• It costs a lot of money to make them taste good.
• They are hard to find.

7. How are the headings in this passage beneficial?

• They teach the reader how to bake dandelions.
• They provide a catchy title for the passage.
• All of them focus on the negative effects of dandelions.
• They help the reader find information quickly.

8. Which is the BEST way to prepare dandelion flowers?

• Roast them and add them to coffee.
• Dry them out and add them to tea.
• Boil them and add them to salad.
• Bake them and add them to vegetables.

9. Which is the BEST way to prepare dandelion roots?

• Roast them and add them to coffee.
• Dry them out and add them to tea.
• Boil them and add them to salad.
• Bake them and add them to vegetables.

10. “There are a number of factors to keep in mind when harvesting wild dandelions.” What does the word, “harvesting” mean from Paragraph 9?

• cooking
• separating
• collecting
• decorating