Reading Comprehension Text Evidence

Honeybees are amazing insects that live in large groups called colonies. Each colony has one queen bee who lays all the eggs. Worker bees collect nectar and pollen from flowers to feed the colony.&nbsp;<div><br></div><div>According to the passage, what is the main job of the queen bee?</div>

The Grand Canyon was carved by the Colorado River over millions of years. The canyon is 277 miles long and up to 18 miles wide. Its colorful rock layers tell the story of Earth's history.&nbsp;<div><br></div><div>Based on the passage, how was the Grand Canyon formed?</div>

Polar bears have thick fur and a layer of fat to keep them warm in the Arctic. Their fur appears white but is actually transparent and hollow.&nbsp;<div><br></div><div>According to the text, what helps polar bears stay warm?</div>

The first traffic light was installed in London in 1868. It used red and green gas lamps to control horse-drawn carriages.&nbsp;<div><br></div><div>Based on the passage, where was the first traffic light installed?</div>

Pizza was invented in Naples, Italy in the late 1700s. The classic Margherita pizza was created in 1889 to honor Queen Margherita.&nbsp;<div><br></div><div>According to the text, where was pizza invented?</div>

The Great Wall of China took over 2000 years to build. It was built to protect Chinese states from nomadic invasions.&nbsp;<div><br></div><div>Based on the passage, why was the Great Wall built?</div>

Dolphins sleep by resting one half of their brain at a time. The other half stays awake so they can breathe and watch for danger.&nbsp;<div><br></div><div>According to the text, how do dolphins sleep?</div>

The first Olympic Games were held in ancient Greece in 776 BC. Athletes competed in running, wrestling, and chariot racing.&nbsp;<div><br></div><div>Based on the passage, when did the first Olympics take place?</div>

The Statue of Liberty was a gift from France to America. It arrived in 350 pieces and was assembled in New York Harbor.&nbsp;<div><br></div><div>According to the text, who gave the Statue of Liberty to America?</div>

Penguins cannot fly, but they are excellent swimmers. Their wings have evolved into flippers that help them 'fly' through water.&nbsp;<div><br></div><div>Based on the passage, what do penguins use their flippers for?</div>