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Hippos: The Heavyweight Swimmers
Did you know hippos are the third largest land animal? They can weigh up to 3,000 pounds! But despite their size, hippos are great swimmers. They live in groups called pods, near rivers or lakes. Hippos are herbivores, eating mostly grass. They can live up to be about 40 years old. And guess what? They're one of the most dangerous animals in Africa. Hippos are truly fascinating, aren't they?
Question 1
What is the meaning of the word 'herbivores'?
Animals that eat meat
Animals that eat plants
Explanation. Herbivores are animals that eat plants. Hence, hippos are herbivores as they eat mostly grass.
Animals that live in water
Animals that fly
Animals that live in desert
Question 2
What can we infer about hippos from the text?
They are small and lightweight
They are carnivorous
They are dangerous and can swim
Explanation. The text mentions that hippos are one of the most dangerous animals in Africa and despite their size, they are great swimmers.
They live alone
They live in deserts
Question 3
Which statement about hippos is true according to the text?
Hippos weigh up to 300 pounds
Hippos live in groups called herds
Hippos eat mostly meat
Hippos can live up to be about 40 years old
Explanation. The text states that hippos can live up to be about 40 years old.
Hippos are the smallest land animal
Question 4
What is the central idea of the text?
Hippos are the biggest animals in Africa
Hippos are dangerous because they eat meat
Hippos are interesting animals with unique characteristics
Explanation. The text aims to highlight unique characteristics of hippos, such as their size, diet, living habits, and abilities, making them interesting animals.
Hippos are terrible swimmers
Hippos live alone
Question 5
What is the sequence of information provided about hippos in the text?
Diet, Size, Lifespan, Habitats, Group Name
Size, Swimming Ability, Group Name, Habitats, Diet, Lifespan
Explanation. The text first informs about the size of hippos, then their ability to swim, followed by the group name, habitat, diet and finally their lifespan.
Lifespan, Size, Diet, Habitats, Group Name
Habitats, Group Name, Size, Diet, Lifespan
Swimming Ability, Size, Diet, Habitats, Group Name
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