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The Intriguing World of Bearded Dragons

Questions: 5

Grade: 8

Words: 145

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Bearded Dragons are fascinating reptiles native to Australia, named for the spiky, beard-like scales around their neck. These scales puff out when the dragon senses danger, creating a startling display meant to intimidate predators. Bearded Dragons inhabit the arid, rocky regions of Australia, where they feed on a diet of insects, plants, and smaller animals. Despite their fierce appearance, these lizards are popular pets due to their docile nature and unique behaviors. If you've ever wanted a pet dragon, a Bearded Dragon might be your best choice. These creatures live up to 10 years in captivity and require minimal care. They are known for their 'waving' behavior, where they lift a leg in the air and wave it in a circular motion, a way of showing submission to a more dominant dragon. Isn’t it fascinating how complex and intriguing the world of Bearded Dragons is?

Question 1

What does the 'beard' of Bearded Dragons do when they sense danger?

It puffs out

Explanation. The beard-like scales around a Bearded Dragon's neck puff out when the dragon senses danger, creating a display meant to intimidate predators.

It changes color

It falls off

It shrinks

It turns invisible

Question 2

What is the lifespan of Bearded Dragons in captivity?

5 years

10 years

Explanation. Bearded Dragons can live up to 10 years in captivity.

15 years

20 years

25 years

Question 3

What kind of regions do Bearded Dragons inhabit?

Rainforests

Deserts

Mountains

Swamps

Arid, rocky regions

Explanation. Bearded Dragons inhabit the arid, rocky regions of Australia.

Question 4

What is the 'waving' behavior of Bearded Dragons a sign of?

Happiness

Aggression

Submission

Explanation. The 'waving' behavior of Bearded Dragons, where they lift a leg in the air and wave it in a circular motion, is a way of showing submission to a more dominant dragon.

Confusion

Excitement

Question 5

What do Bearded Dragons eat?

Only plants

Only insects

Only smaller animals

Insects, plants, and smaller animals

Explanation. Bearded Dragons feed on a diet of insects, plants, and smaller animals.

They are carnivorous

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