The Gentle Giants of the Rodent World: Capybaras
Questions:
5
Grade:
5
Words:
100
Have you ever heard of a Capybara? It's not just any rodent, it's the largest rodent in the world! It can grow up to 2 feet tall and weigh up to 140 pounds. These gentle giants are found in South America, where they love to hang out by bodies of water with their large groups of 10 to 20. Capybaras are herbivores, munching on grass, fruits, and even tree barks. Did you know they are excellent swimmers? They can stay underwater for up to five minutes to hide from predators! Let's appreciate these amazing creatures and do our part in preserving their natural habitats.
Question 1
What is a Capybara?
A
A type of bird
B
The largest rodent in the world
Explanation. A Capybara is the largest rodent in the world.
C
A kind of monkey
D
A type of fish
E
A type of reptile
Question 2
What is the diet of a Capybara?
A
Meat
B
Insects
C
Grass, fruits, and even tree barks
Explanation. Capybaras are herbivores, they eat grass, fruits, and even tree barks.
D
Fish
E
Other rodents
Question 3
Where can you find Capybaras?
A
North America
B
Europe
C
Africa
D
Asia
E
South America
Explanation. Capybaras are found in South America.
Question 4
What skill does a Capybara have to avoid predators?
A
They can fly
B
They can change color
C
They can run very fast
D
They can stay underwater for up to five minutes
Explanation. Capybaras are excellent swimmers and can stay underwater for up to five minutes to hide from predators.
E
They can climb trees
Question 5
How large can a group of Capybaras be?
A
They live alone
B
They live in pairs
C
They live in groups of 10 to 20
Explanation. Capybaras love to hang out by bodies of water with their large groups of 10 to 20.
D
They live in groups of 50 to 60
E
They live in groups of 100 to 200
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