Hawaiian Bobtail Squid Quiz

What do bobtail squid do during the day to hide from predators?

• They change color to match the water.

• They hide in the sand.

• They swim to the surface.

• They light up like stars.

How do bobtail squid use ink to escape predators?

• They use ink to scare predators.

• They use ink to attract other squids.

• They use ink to make themselves invisible.

• They create a cloud of ink and swim away.

Part A: What is the main idea of the text "Bobtail Squid"?

• The bobtail squid squirts out ink to hide from predators.

• During the day, tiny bobtail squid hide in the sand.

• Many big fish eat bobtail squids.

• Bobtail squids have many ways to hide from predators.

Part B: What two details support your answer to Part A?

• When the sun goes down, these squid’s hiding skills really shine. They hide by lighting up!

• 1 Hawaiian bobtail squid must taste good. During the day, big, hungry fish try to find and eat them.

• First, the bobtail squid squirts out ink. The ink forms a cloud that is similar to the size and shape of the squid. Then the squid itself changes color and becomes almost see through. The predator sees the ink cloud and bites the inky shape while the nearly invisible squid swims to safety.

• At night, bobtail squid swim through the water, eating worms and shrimp.

Why do bobtail squid light up at night?

• To attract mates.

• To scare away predators.

• To blend in with the stars.

• To find food.

What role do the bacteria play in the bobtail squid's survival?

• They protect the squid from diseases.

• They help the squid swim faster.

• They make the squid glow to hide from predators.

• They help the squid find food.

Why might the bobtail squid be called the 'master of disguise'?

• Because it can change its size.

• Because it can mimic other animals.

• Because it has many ways to hide from predators.

• Because it can swim very fast.