Don't Touch Me

How are holly and rose bushes alike?

• They have a good smell.

• They have sharp points.

• They make people itch.

• They make people sick.

The passage says that cactus plants have spines. What does the word spines mean?

• arms

• backs

• needles

• flowers

How can you tell if a plant is poison ivy?

• if it has three leaves together

• if it has leaves that are shiny

• if it has leaves that are sharp

• if it has light green leaves

Which part tells about a plant that hides?

• Ow Ow Ow

• Itch

• Shy Plants

• Plants with Ants

Which of these is the MAIN question that the author answers?

• What do plants need?

• Where do plants live?

• How do plants stay safe?

• Why do plants live with bugs?

Who is the author of the story?

This story is:

• a fairy tale

• a biography

• an informational text

What do poison ivy leaves have that will make you itchy?

• oils

• thorns

• poison

Something that is __________________ has an edge that can cut you.

• sharp

• nasty

• poke

• sensitive

An ____________ amount of something is more than usual.

• extra

• prickles

• poke

• sensitive