The Long, Long Journey Comprehension Test

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What type of story is 'The Long, Long Journey'?

Back

Informational text

Front

What does 'wobbly' mean when describing the baby chick's legs?

Back

Shaky

Front

When does the female godwit travel back to Alaska?

Back

When she's ready to start a family of her own

Front

What does the female godwit chick lose as it grows feathers?

Back

Her fluffy down coat

Front

Why does the mother godwit settle over the baby birds?

Back

To keep them warm

Front

What is an informational text?

Back

A type of writing that provides facts and information.

Front

What is the purpose of a mother bird sitting on her chicks?

Back

To protect and keep them warm.

Front

What does it mean if something is described as 'shaky'?

Back

It is not steady and may fall.

Front

What is a chick?

Back

A baby bird.

Front

What does it mean to 'grow feathers'?

Back

To develop the outer covering that helps birds fly.