Passage: Spitting to Survive

What does spit do for us?

• Spit is used for breathing.
• Spit increases body temperature.
• Spit helps in vision clarity.
• Spit keeps our mouths moist and softens our food when we chew

What would happen if we didn't have spit in our mouth?

• We would have a hard time talking and swallowing.

• Our taste buds would function perfectly without saliva.
• We would have better digestion without spit.
• We would experience no change in oral hygiene.

A ​ (a)   is a type of animal that likes their personal space.

• llama
• monkey
• giraffe
• elephant
• dog

When a llama feels threatened it will

A llama (a)   on another animal when it wants to steal food.

• spits
• kicks
• pounds
• jumps

How does an archerfish get animals into the water?

• By jumping out of the water to catch them
• By luring them with bright colors
• An archerfish gets animals into the water by shooting jets of water at them to knock them down.
• By using camouflage to hide and ambush them

What form of figurative language is this sentence an example of :The archerfish is a very skilled spitter. This fish is like a submarine with a loaded weapon?

• Simile
• Hyperbole
• Personification
• Metaphor

How does the archerfish create such a forceful stream?

What are cobras known for?

• Cobras are known for their colorful feathers.
• Cobras are known for their ability to fly.
• Cobras are known for their loud vocalizations.
• Spitting cobras are also known for their expert aim.

Match the description with the animal.

• Camel

• This animal uses spit to get insects and small creatures into the water.

• Cobra

• This animal uses spit to spray venom at other animals.

• Archerfish

• This animal uses spit to steal food from other animals.