Why Do Bats Live in Caves?

What is the main reason bats live in caves?

• They can find food inside caves.

• Caves protect bats from predators.

• Caves are noisy, which helps bats communicate.

• Bats prefer cold, dark environments.

Which of the following can be inferred about bats’ echolocation abilities?

• Bats can see better than humans in the dark.

• Bats can only find objects that are very close to them.

• Bats rely on sound waves to locate objects and food.

• Bats are attracted to loud noises.

In the text, what does the word "nocturnal" mean?

• Active during the day

• Active at night

• Resting all the time

• A type of food bats eat

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Based on the text, why might bats crash into someone standing inside their cave?

• Bats cannot see people in dark caves.

• Bats turn off their echolocation in the cave.

• The noise in the cave interferes with echolocation.

• Bats avoid objects that reflect sound, like people.

What is echolocation primarily used for?

• Communicating with other bats

• Avoiding predators during the day

• Locating food and avoiding obstacles

• Finding places to sleep

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