Desert Bighorn Sheep

Interactive passage with audio narration, comprehension questions, and printable PDF.

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Format: Interactive (Online), Printable (PDF)
Grades: 123
Subjects: elareadingscience
Standards: RI.3.1RI.4.4RI.4.7
Languages: English, Spanish

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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.

Written by Neha Goel TripathiPublished by Workybooks

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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.

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