Koala (Reading Comprehension)

What type of animal is a koala?

• A bear

• A marsupial

• A rodent

• A primate

Where do koalas live?

• In the deserts of Australia

• In the rainforests of South America

• In the eucalyptus forests of Australia

• In the savannas of Africa

What adaptation helps koalas climb trees?

• Long tails for balance

• Webbed feet for swimming

• Long claws and two thumbs on each hand

• Wings for gliding

Why do koalas not eat the leaves of all eucalyptus species?

• They prefer fruits to leaves

• Some leaves are too tough to digest

• They only eat leaves from trees where they live

• Not all eucalyptus leaves are nutritious enough

How many hours or more does a koala typically sleep each day?

• 8 hours

• 10 hours

• 16 hours

• 24 hours

What do koalas primarily smell like due to their diet?

• Fresh leaves

• Eucalyptus cough drops

• Wet fur

• Soil

Why is being on the ground more dangerous for koalas?

• They cannot find food

• They are more exposed to predators

• They can get lost

• They cannot climb trees

What has led to the destruction of much of the koalas' forest habitat?

• Natural disasters

• Climate change

• Human activities like farming and mining

• Overpopulation of koalas

On which continent do koalas live?

• Africa

• South America

• Australia

• Asia

What do koalas eat?

• leaves from all eucalyptus trees

• bark from some types of eucalyptus trees

• dingoes, foxes, and owls

• leaves from some types of eucalyptus trees