Reading Flashcard: Billions of Bugs!

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What is the main topic of the article 'Billions of Bugs!'?

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The article is mostly about what it is like when cicadas are around.

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How many different states will the cicadas be in?

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Cicadas will be in 13 different states.

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What are cicada exoskeletons like?

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Cicada exoskeletons are hard.

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Where do baby cicadas go after they hatch?

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Baby cicadas crawl up trees after they hatch.

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What does the sidebar at the bottom of page 3 tell you?

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It tells you how long the cicadas were underground.

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What are cicadas?

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Cicadas are insects known for their loud sounds and life cycle.

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What do cicadas do when they emerge from the ground?

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They crawl up trees and start their life above ground.

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What is an exoskeleton?

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An exoskeleton is a hard outer structure that protects some insects.

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Why are cicadas important to the ecosystem?

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Cicadas help aerate the soil and provide food for other animals.

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What sound do cicadas make?

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Cicadas make a loud buzzing or chirping sound.