Desert Bighorn Sheep — Reading Comprehension
Grades
1
2
3
Standards
RI.3.1
RI.4.4
RI.4.7
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About This Reader
The Desert Bighorn Sheep is a remarkable desert animal known for its strength and agility. These sheep have strong legs that allow them to climb steep rocks effortlessly. They primarily feed on grass and plants, obtaining water from the vegetation they consume. One of their most distinctive features is their big, curved horns, which are used for fighting and establishing dominance within their herds. Desert Bighorn Sheep live in groups called herds, which provide protection and social interaction. These resilient animals are well-adapted to the harsh desert environment, making them fascinating subjects of study.
The Desert Bighorn Sheep live in the desert. They have strong legs. They can climb steep rocks. They eat grass and plants. They get water from the plants they eat. They have big, curved horns. The horns help them fight other sheep. They live in groups. These groups are called herds.
Where do Desert Bighorn Sheep live?
In the forestIn the desertIn the oceanIn the cityWhat do Desert Bighorn Sheep eat?
MeatFishGrass and plantsInsectsWhat do they get from the plants they eat?
WaterMeatRocksSandWhat are their big, curved horns used for?
SwimmingFightingSleepingFlyingCommon Core Standards Covered
RI.3.1
Ask and answer questions to demonstrate understanding of a text, referring explicitly to the text as the basis for the answers.
RI.4.4
Determine the meaning of general academic and domain-specific words or phrases in a text relevant to a grade 4 topic or subject area.
RI.4.7
Interpret information presented visually, orally, or quantitatively (e.g., in charts, graphs, diagrams, time lines, animations, or interactive elements on Web pages) and explain how the information contributes to an understanding of the text in which it appears.
Grade Levels:
Grade 1Grade 2Grade 3
Subjects:
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