"Nose Awards" & "Octopus Escapes Again" Comprehension Flashcard

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What is the sense of smell?

Back

The ability to detect and identify scents using the nose.

Front

How do elephants use their sense of smell?

Back

Elephants can pick up scents from several miles away.

Front

Why do sharks have nostrils?

Back

Sharks use their nostrils to smell and locate food.

Front

What do sharks compare to find the source of a smell?

Back

They compare how long it takes smells to reach each of their nostrils.

Front

What is the main purpose of an octopus's camouflage?

Back

To blend in with its surroundings and avoid predators.

Front

What do octopuses eat?

Back

Octopuses can eat various sea creatures, including clams, crabs, and fish.

Front

What is the author's purpose in writing a story about ocean animals?

Back

To inform readers about how octopuses survive.

Front

What is a common habitat for octopuses?

Back

Octopuses commonly live in rocky crevices and coral reefs.

Front

How do sharks find their food?

Back

Sharks use their keen sense of smell to locate prey.

Front

What is the trunk of an elephant used for?

Back

An elephant's trunk is used for smelling, breathing, and grabbing objects.