"Lions of the Plains" (Scholastic Phonics Books) - Ch. 3

What were the female lions searching for?

• Water for their cubs

• Shelter for their cubs

• Food for their cubs

• Resting place for their cubs

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What caused the zebras to run away?

• The lionesses were hunting nearby

• The zebras were playing a game

• The zebras were sleeping

• The male lion roared

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What did the female lions spot in the moonlight?

• Another group of lions

• A flock of birds

• A herd of zebras

• A pack of hyenas

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According to this passage, what is the responsibility of the female lions?

• Hunting for food for the pride

• Protecting their cubs

• Leading the pride

• Defending the territory

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(Use p. 18 to help you)

The thick pads on the lions' feed let them...

On pages 20-21 what is the main problem the animals are all facing?

• There is too much rain

• There is no water or food

• There are too many animal attacks

• It is too hot

On page 22, who "screamed to shoo the lions away" from the water pool?

• The humans

• The zebras

• The lions from another pride

• The baboons

(Use page 22)

The big male lion would not put up with a foolish...

What is the best example of a cause and effect from page 24 in the text:

• CAUSE: the cubs were hungry

  EFFECT: the mother lions hunted zebras

• CAUSE: the cubs were restless and playful

  EFFECT: the mother lions had to growl to settle them down

• CAUSE: the lions found a place with grass and water

  EFFECT: the lions could eat, drink and rest

• CAUSE: the baboons screamed at the lions

  EFFECT: the male lion growled and chased away the baboons

What is the BEST description of the main idea of chapter 3?

• The mother lions are most concerned about their cubs.

• Life for the lions is different every day.

• Lions do not get along with many animals.

• Life for lions can be difficult, as they must always search for food, water, and a place to rest.