Brown-Throated Sloths

Two-toed sloths are nocturnal while three-toes sloths are most active during the day.

What does the word "nocturnal" mean?

• Active during the day?

• Active during the night?

• Having a short lifespan

• Rarely seen

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

The green alga actually camouflages the sloths while they are hanging in trees.

What is the meaning of camouflage?

• To provide warmth

• A method of communication

• A pattern that helps blend into the environment

• A type of diet

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

All sloths, including brown-throated sloths are extremely slow and deliberate in their movement.

What does "deliberate" mean?

• Done quickly

• Done with intention and care

• Done carelessly

• Done quietly

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What does "species" refer to?

• A type of environment

• A kind or type of animal or plant

• A form of diet

• A group of similar colors

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What does "nourishes" mean?

• To decorate

• To provide essential nutrients

• To damage

• To remove

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Brown-throated sloths have a shaggy coat of brown/gray hair all over their body.

What is the meaning of "Shaggy"?

• Smooth and shiny

• Rough and unkempt

• Short and neat

• Clean and trimmed

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Their faces are typically paler in color and feature a blunt nose and small ears.

What does "blunt" describe?

• Sharp edge

• Rounded or not sharp edge

• Bright color

• Small size

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Sloths have a long tongue that extends up to 12 inches outside of their mouths

What does "extend" mean?

• Shortens

• Stretches out

• Reaches downward

• Double in size

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What is an "adaptation"?

• A permanent change in appearance

• A change or modification that improves survival

• A sudden shift in diet

• A type of shelter

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

They have a shaggy oat of brown/gray hair all over their body, and darker brown fur on their throats.
What does "fur" refer to?

• The skin of an animal

• The feathers of a bird

• The coat of hair on an animal

• The scales of a fish

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4