READ & REVIEW #5 - NF COMP PRACT KMil color

Text 2: Nature's Carnivorous Wonder

If you walk through the forests of North or South Carolina, you might come across the Venus flytrap. This unusual-looking plant looks like it might have come to Earth from Venus, but don't worry - this is not alien plant life. The Venus flytrap is one of only about 650 plant species in the carnivorous plant family. This means that instead of getting its nutrients from the soil like most plants, it gets nutrients from meat sources like insects.  

The Venus flytrap has a unique leaf design that looks similar to a clam. Two half-circle leaves are hinged together at the bottom. This allows the two leaves to open and close. Since the Venus flytrap doesn't have eyes to see when its next meal is in the trap, it relies on tiny hairs on the surface of the leaf. The tiny hairs move when an insect or spider lands on the leaf. This lets the Venus flytrap know its next meal is ready. The two leaves snap shut and trap the prey inside.  

When the leaves close, the plant releases a digestive liquid similar to what is in your stomach. This digestive liquid turns the trapped insect into a thick soup that the Venus flytrap can absorb. The plant is then able to use the nutrients to continue to grow.

11. 11. According to Text 2, where might you find the Venus flytrap?

• In the desert

• In tropical rainforests

• In coastal bogs of North and South Carolina

• In the Arctic tundra

Text 2: Nature's Carnivorous Wonder

If you walk through the forests of North or South Carolina, you might come across the Venus flytrap. This unusual-looking plant looks like it might have come to Earth from Venus, but don't worry - this is not alien plant life. The Venus flytrap is one of only about 650 plant species in the carnivorous plant family. This means that instead of getting its nutrients from the soil like most plants, it gets nutrients from meat sources like insects.  

The Venus flytrap has a unique leaf design that looks similar to a clam. Two half-circle leaves are hinged together at the bottom. This allows the two leaves to open and close. Since the Venus flytrap doesn't have eyes to see when its next meal is in the trap, it relies on tiny hairs on the surface of the leaf. The tiny hairs move when an insect or spider lands on the leaf. This lets the Venus flytrap know its next meal is ready. The two leaves snap shut and trap the prey inside.  

When the leaves close, the plant releases a digestive liquid similar to what is in your stomach. This digestive liquid turns the trapped insect into a thick soup that the Venus flytrap can absorb. The plant is then able to use the nutrients to continue to grow.

10. 10. How does the diagram of the Venus flytrap help the reader?

• It shows the reader the parts of the plant and how it traps its prey. (green -10)

• It shows the colors of the plant and tells how the colors attract insects. (red -10)

• It shows the plant in its natural habitat. (dark brown - 10)

Text 2: Nature's Carnivorous Wonder

If you walk through the forests of North or South Carolina, you might come across the Venus flytrap. This unusual-looking plant looks like it might have come to Earth from Venus, but don't worry - this is not alien plant life. The Venus flytrap is one of only about 650 plant species in the carnivorous plant family. This means that instead of getting its nutrients from the soil like most plants, it gets nutrients from meat sources like insects.  

The Venus flytrap has a unique leaf design that looks similar to a clam. Two half-circle leaves are hinged together at the bottom. This allows the two leaves to open and close. Since the Venus flytrap doesn't have eyes to see when its next meal is in the trap, it relies on tiny hairs on the surface of the leaf. The tiny hairs move when an insect or spider lands on the leaf. This lets the Venus flytrap know its next meal is ready. The two leaves snap shut and trap the prey inside.  

When the leaves close, the plant releases a digestive liquid similar to what is in your stomach. This digestive liquid turns the trapped insect into a thick soup that the Venus flytrap can absorb. The plant is then able to use the nutrients to continue to grow.

8. 8. What happens when an insect lands on the Venus flytrap's leaves?

• The leaves slowly close to trap the prey. (green - 8)

• The leaves release a liquid that helps it digest its prey. (light blue - 8)

• The leaves quickly close to trap the prey. (yellow - 8)

Text 1: Meat-Eating Plants

You've probably learned that plants need water, sunlight, nutrients from the soil, and air to survive. But did you know this is not true for all types of plants? A special plant family of carnivorous plants gets most of its nutrients from eating meat. That's right - some plants eat meat!  

Carnivorous plants usually have a unique structure that allows them to trap insects and tiny animals inside their leaves or flowers. Once trapped inside, the plant's digestive juices do the rest. The plant survives on the nutrients from its meaty meal.  

Carnivorous plants are found worldwide. They live in places where the soil is very thin and lacking nutrients. While other plants can't survive in this type of soil, carnivorous plants can.

Text 2: Nature's Carnivorous Wonder

If you walk through the forests of North or South Carolina, you might come across the Venus flytrap. This unusual-looking plant looks like it might have come to Earth from Venus, but don't worry - this is not alien plant life. The Venus flytrap is one of only about 650 plant species in the carnivorous plant family. This means that instead of getting its nutrients from the soil like most plants, it gets nutrients from meat sources like insects.  

The Venus flytrap has a unique leaf design that looks similar to a clam. Two half-circle leaves are hinged together at the bottom. This allows the two leaves to open and close. Since the Venus flytrap doesn't have eyes to see when its next meal is in the trap, it relies on tiny hairs on the surface of the leaf. The tiny hairs move when an insect or spider lands on the leaf. This lets the Venus flytrap know its next meal is ready. The two leaves snap shut and trap the prey inside.  

When the leaves close, the plant releases a digestive liquid similar to what is in your stomach. This digestive liquid turns the trapped insect into a thick soup that the Venus flytrap can absorb. The plant is then able to use the nutrients to continue to grow.

1. 1. What is the same about the information presented in these two texts?

• They both explain the life cycle of carnivorous plants. (purple - 1)

• They are both about a unique plant family of meat-eating plants. (yellow - 1)

• They both explain how to care for carnivorous plants. (black - 1)

2. Text 1: Meat-Eating Plants

   You've probably learned that plants need water, sunlight, nutrients from the soil, and air to survive. But did you know this is not true for all types of plants? A special plant family of carnivorous plants gets most of its nutrients from eating meat. That's right - some plants eat meat!  

   Carnivorous plants usually have a unique structure that allows them to trap insects and tiny animals inside their leaves or flowers. Once trapped inside, the plant's digestive juices do the rest. The plant survives on the nutrients from its meaty meal.  

   Carnivorous plants are found worldwide. They live in places where the soil is very thin and lacking nutrients. While other plants can't survive in this type of soil, carnivorous plants can.

   Text 2: Nature's Carnivorous Wonder

   If you walk through the forests of North or South Carolina, you might come across the Venus flytrap. This unusual-looking plant looks like it might have come to Earth from Venus, but don't worry - this is not alien plant life. The Venus flytrap is one of only about 650 plant species in the carnivorous plant family. This means that instead of getting its nutrients from the soil like most plants, it gets nutrients from meat sources like insects.  

   The Venus flytrap has a unique leaf design that looks similar to a clam. Two half-circle leaves are hinged together at the bottom. This allows the two leaves to open and close. Since the Venus flytrap doesn't have eyes to see when its next meal is in the trap, it relies on tiny hairs on the surface of the leaf. The tiny hairs move when an insect or spider lands on the leaf. This lets the Venus flytrap know its next meal is ready. The two leaves snap shut and trap the prey inside.  

   When the leaves close, the plant releases a digestive liquid similar to what is in your stomach. This digestive liquid turns the trapped insect into a thick soup that the Venus flytrap can absorb. The plant is then able to use the nutrients to continue to grow.

3. 2. What is different about the information provided in these two texts?

• Text 1 describes carnivorous plants as a group. Text 2 describes one type of carnivorous plant. (dark brown - 2)

• Text 1 is about different types of plants. Text 2 is about the plant life cycle. (green - 2)

• Text 1 is about the Pitcher plant. Text 2 is about the Venus flytrap. (blue - 2)

3. Text 1: Meat-Eating Plants

   You've probably learned that plants need water, sunlight, nutrients from the soil, and air to survive. But did you know this is not true for all types of plants? A special plant family of carnivorous plants gets most of its nutrients from eating meat. That's right - some plants eat meat!  

   Carnivorous plants usually have a unique structure that allows them to trap insects and tiny animals inside their leaves or flowers. Once trapped inside, the plant's digestive juices do the rest. The plant survives on the nutrients from its meaty meal.  

   Carnivorous plants are found worldwide. They live in places where the soil is very thin and lacking nutrients. While other plants can't survive in this type of soil, carnivorous plants can.

   Text 2: Nature's Carnivorous Wonder

   If you walk through the forests of North or South Carolina, you might come across the Venus flytrap. This unusual-looking plant looks like it might have come to Earth from Venus, but don't worry - this is not alien plant life. The Venus flytrap is one of only about 650 plant species in the carnivorous plant family. This means that instead of getting its nutrients from the soil like most plants, it gets nutrients from meat sources like insects.  

   The Venus flytrap has a unique leaf design that looks similar to a clam. Two half-circle leaves are hinged together at the bottom. This allows the two leaves to open and close. Since the Venus flytrap doesn't have eyes to see when its next meal is in the trap, it relies on tiny hairs on the surface of the leaf. The tiny hairs move when an insect or spider lands on the leaf. This lets the Venus flytrap know its next meal is ready. The two leaves snap shut and trap the prey inside.  

   When the leaves close, the plant releases a digestive liquid similar to what is in your stomach. This digestive liquid turns the trapped insect into a thick soup that the Venus flytrap can absorb. The plant is then able to use the nutrients to continue to grow.

4. 3. Which of the following is a subheading found in the two passages?

• Nature's Carnivorous Wonder (dark brown - 3)

• No Nutrients? No Problem! (yellow - 3)

• Meat-Eating Plants (light blue - 3)

4. Text 2: Nature's Carnivorous Wonder

   If you walk through the forests of North or South Carolina, you might come across the Venus flytrap. This unusual-looking plant looks like it might have come to Earth from Venus, but don't worry - this is not alien plant life. The Venus flytrap is one of only about 650 plant species in the carnivorous plant family. This means that instead of getting its nutrients from the soil like most plants, it gets nutrients from meat sources like insects.  

   The Venus flytrap has a unique leaf design that looks similar to a clam. Two half-circle leaves are hinged together at the bottom. This allows the two leaves to open and close. Since the Venus flytrap doesn't have eyes to see when its next meal is in the trap, it relies on tiny hairs on the surface of the leaf. The tiny hairs move when an insect or spider lands on the leaf. This lets the Venus flytrap know its next meal is ready. The two leaves snap shut and trap the prey inside.  

   When the leaves close, the plant releases a digestive liquid similar to what is in your stomach. This digestive liquid turns the trapped insect into a thick soup that the Venus flytrap can absorb. The plant is then able to use the nutrients to continue to grow.

5. 4. How many times must the hairs on the Venus flytrap be triggered to cause the leaves to close? Hint: Look closely at the illustration.

• One small movement will cause the leaves to close. (green - 4)

• Two movements in a row will cause the leaves to close. (light blue - 4)

• Three long, slow movements will cause the leaves to close. (purple - 4)

5. Text 1: Meat-Eating Plants

   You've probably learned that plants need water, sunlight, nutrients from the soil, and air to survive. But did you know this is not true for all types of plants? A special plant family of carnivorous plants gets most of its nutrients from eating meat. That's right - some plants eat meat!  

   Carnivorous plants usually have a unique structure that allows them to trap insects and tiny animals inside their leaves or flowers. Once trapped inside, the plant's digestive juices do the rest. The plant survives on the nutrients from its meaty meal.  

   Carnivorous plants are found worldwide. They live in places where the soil is very thin and lacking nutrients. While other plants can't survive in this type of soil, carnivorous plants can.

   Text 2: Nature's Carnivorous Wonder

   If you walk through the forests of North or South Carolina, you might come across the Venus flytrap. This unusual-looking plant looks like it might have come to Earth from Venus, but don't worry - this is not alien plant life. The Venus flytrap is one of only about 650 plant species in the carnivorous plant family. This means that instead of getting its nutrients from the soil like most plants, it gets nutrients from meat sources like insects.  

   The Venus flytrap has a unique leaf design that looks similar to a clam. Two half-circle leaves are hinged together at the bottom. This allows the two leaves to open and close. Since the Venus flytrap doesn't have eyes to see when its next meal is in the trap, it relies on tiny hairs on the surface of the leaf. The tiny hairs move when an insect or spider lands on the leaf. This lets the Venus flytrap know its next meal is ready. The two leaves snap shut and trap the prey inside.  

   When the leaves close, the plant releases a digestive liquid similar to what is in your stomach. This digestive liquid turns the trapped insect into a thick soup that the Venus flytrap can absorb. The plant is then able to use the nutrients to continue to grow.

6. 5. Which of the following answer choices would best describe the main idea of Text 1 and Text 2?

• All plants are the same. (purple - 5)

• Plants can be found all around the world. (green - 5)

• Some plants are carnivorous. (red - 5)

6. 6. What does the word carnivorous mean?

• meat-eating (light brown - 6)

• plant-eating (dark brown - 6)

• eats both meat and plants (red - 6)

7. Text 1: Meat-Eating Plants

   You've probably learned that plants need water, sunlight, nutrients from the soil, and air to survive. But did you know this is not true for all types of plants? A special plant family of carnivorous plants gets most of its nutrients from eating meat. That's right - some plants eat meat!  

   Carnivorous plants usually have a unique structure that allows them to trap insects and tiny animals inside their leaves or flowers. Once trapped inside, the plant's digestive juices do the rest. The plant survives on the nutrients from its meaty meal.  

   Carnivorous plants are found worldwide. They live in places where the soil is very thin and lacking nutrients. While other plants can't survive in this type of soil, carnivorous plants can.

   Based on Text 1, what is unique about carnivorous plants?

8. 7. What information can be found in the illustration for Text 1 that is not in the text?

• how each carnivorous plant digests its food (red - 7)

• the names and drawings of different kinds of carnivorous plants (light blue - 7)

• the types of insects and animals carnivorous plants eat (purple - 7)