Termite Mounds

Why are termites called mound builders?

• They build and construct towers.

• They tear down towers.

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Where can you find mound builders?

• North America

• Africa

• Asia

How does the termites leaving the nest benefit other animals?

• Other animals now have a place to live.

• Other animals follow the termites.

• Other animals can eat the mounds.

How do elephants use termite mounds?

• They use them to cure bug bites.

• They use them to scratch bug bites.

• They use them to get rid of dry mud.

What is the main idea of this text?

• Termite mounds are only found in South America.

• Termite mounds are used as a scratching post.

• Termite mounds are helpful and important to termites and other animals.

• Termite mounds keep termites safe.

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