Nonfiction Text Structure - Basilisk Lizard

Why did the author most likely use a descriptive text structure?

• to compare different types of lizards

• to explain the problems basilisk lizards encounter in the wild

• to show how lizards around the world are alike and different

• to provide a detailed description of the basilisk lizard

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

What conclusion does the author reach about basilisk lizards?

• They are strange reptiles.

• They are amazing creatures with a fascinating adaptation that makes them unique.

• They are green lizards found in water.

• They have an impressive tail that can wrap around objects like a rope.

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

What is special about the basilisk lizard's feet?

• It has a spike-like crest on top of its feet.

• It has special suction pads that stick to the surface of water.

• It has flat feet with flaps between its toes that allow it to walk or run on water.

• It only has two feet instead of four.

What does the body of the basilisk lizard look like?

• It is usually green with black stripes around its stomach.

• It is yellow with spots or streaks.

• It is green with spikes and leathery skin.

• It is a yellowish-green with white spots.

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CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

Which of the following adjectives does the author use to describe the tail of the basilisk lizard?

• green, spine-like, short

• black stripes, yellow spots

• long, unique, thin

• green, long, whip-like, lengthy

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CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

How do the basilisk lizard's specialized eyelids help it in water?

• Its eyelids help the lizard see in water.

• Its eyelids close to protect its eyes from damage.

• Its eyelids help grip lily pads and rocks.

• Its eyelids make a loud hissing sound.

What nonfiction text feature could have been added to help you better understand the text?

• a map showing where basilisk lizards are found around the world

• a chart listing predators of basilisk lizards

• an illustration of a basilisk lizard

• a diagram of the lizard lifecycle

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5