(1) The flounder is a common fish with some uncommon
characteristics. (2) Like many other fish, the flounder has
a flat body, but rather than swim around, the flounder
spends most of its time lying down! (3) Both eyes of this
fish are on the same side of its body. (4) It can also
change its color to match its surroundings, which is
often the sandy or pebbly sea floor. (5) Camouflage is just one way some animals
hide from their enemies.81
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I. Sentence (___ ) does not belong in this passage because ________________________
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__________________________________________________________________________II. Read each statement. Circle True or False, then write the sentence number that
supports your answer.
a. Parakeet are small types of parrots. true false Sentence (___ )
b. Parakeets are vegetarians. true false Sentence (___ )
c. Parakeets are found in every part
of the world. true false Sentence (___ )I. Sentence (___ ) does not belong in this passage because ___________________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________II. Read each statement. Circle True or False, then write the sentence number that
supports your answer.
a. Flounder have an unusual-shaped body. true false Sentence (___ )
b. A flounder has no eyes on one of its sides. true false Sentence (___ )
c. Flounder are found in the ocean. true false Sentence (___ )(B)
(A) (1) Parakeet is the name given to several small
birds in the parrot family. (2) They usually roost
in trees and are found in tropical areas of the
world. (3) Parakeets are sometimes sold in pet
stores. (4) Parakeets live in groups and feed on
mainly seeds, fruit, flowers, and leaves.