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Perry the Platypus's Adventure

Questions: 5

Grade: 4

Words: 114

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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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