A Home on the Prairie Review

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What is a prairie?

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A prairie is a large area of flat or gently rolling grassland, often found in North America.

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Name a type of grass found on the prairie.

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Indian grass is a type of grass found on the prairie.

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What do deer eat according to the story?

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Deer feed on grass, leaves, and acorns.

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Why are prairie dogs called prairie dogs?

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They are called prairie dogs because they make loud barking sounds like a dog.

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Which animals live in burrows?

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Badgers, black-footed ferrets, and prairie dogs live in burrows.

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What does the photo on page 268 show?

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The photo shows how an American Bison looks like.

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What is the main food source for prairie animals?

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Grass is a main food source for many prairie animals.

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What is the habitat of prairie dogs?

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Prairie dogs live in underground burrows in the prairie.

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What sound do prairie dogs make?

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Prairie dogs make a barking sound.

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What is the role of grass in the prairie ecosystem?

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Grass provides food and shelter for many animals in the prairie.