Slithering Wonders: The Fascinating World of Snakes
Snakes are some nature's most interesting creatures. They live in different habitats like forests, deserts, and even oceans! Snakes can't chew, so they swallow their food whole. Did you know some snakes can eat prey bigger than their head? That's because their jaws can unhinge. Not all snakes are dangerous. Many are harmless to humans and play a vital role in keeping the balance in nature. They help control the population of rodents like mice and rats, which can cause problems if there are too many. Here's a fun fact: The smallest snake is the Barbados thread snake, which is just as long as a paper clip. And the reticulated python is the longest, as long as a bus! Remember, snakes are an important part of our world. They may be different, but they are fascinating and helpful.
Question 1
What does 'unhinge' mean in the context of snakes?
Falling apart
Losing control
Detaching completely
Opening wide
Explanation. In the context of snakes, 'unhinge' refers to their ability to open their jaws wide to swallow their prey whole.
Running away
Question 2
What role do snakes play in nature?
Destroying crops
Supporting the growth of flowers
Spreading diseases
Controlling the rodent population
Explanation. Snakes help in controlling the population of rodents like mice and rats, which can cause problems if there are too many.
Creating habitats for other animals
Question 3
How does a snake eat its prey?
It tears it into pieces
It grinds it with its teeth
It swallows it whole
Explanation. Snakes can't chew, so they swallow their food whole.
It sucks it in
It cooks it first
Question 4
Which is the smallest snake according to the passage?
Grass snake
Barbados thread snake
Explanation. According to the passage, the smallest snake is the Barbados thread snake, which is just as long as a paper clip.
Reticulated python
Asp viper
Coral snake
Question 5
Are all snakes dangerous to humans?
Yes, all snakes are dangerous
No, only venomous snakes are dangerous
No, only large snakes are dangerous
No, only snakes in the ocean are dangerous
No, not all snakes are dangerous
Explanation. The text says 'Not all snakes are dangerous. Many are harmless to humans.'
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