Perry the Platypus's Adventure
One sunny day, Perry the Platypus went on an adventure. Perry was no ordinary animal; he was a Platypus, a mammal that lays eggs, swims like a fish, and has a bill like a duck. Perry lived by a river in Australia. He loved to gobble up insects, shellfish, and small frogs for breakfast. His thick, waterproof fur kept him warm when he swam in the cool river. Did you know platypuses have a special power? They can detect electrical signals from other creatures with their bills. Today, Perry is excited; he is off to find a new friend. What an extraordinary creature Perry is! Can you imagine what his adventure will be like?
Question 1
What does Perry the Platypus like to eat for breakfast?
Insects, shellfish, and small frogs
Explanation. In the text, it is stated that Perry loves to gobble up insects, shellfish, and small frogs for breakfast.
Fruits and vegetables
Fish and chips
Cereal
Bread and butter
Question 2
What is the special power of Perry the Platypus?
Detecting electrical signals from other creatures with his bill
Explanation. The text says that platypuses have a special power to detect electrical signals from other creatures with their bills.
Flying
Invisibility
Super speed
Breathing fire
Question 3
Where does Perry live?
By a river in Australia
Explanation. The text tells us that Perry lived by a river in Australia.
In a forest in Canada
In a desert in Africa
In a city in the USA
On a farm in New Zealand
Question 4
What is Perry?
Platypus
Explanation. The text tells us that Perry is a platypus.
Kangaroo
Elephant
Lion
Monkey
Question 5
Why does Perry's fur keep him warm?
Because it is thick and waterproof
Explanation. The text states that Perry's thick, waterproof fur keeps him warm when he swims in the cool river.
Because it is made of silk
Because it is made of wool
Because it changes color
Because it glows in the dark
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