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READING COMPREHENSION

Read the story below and then answer the comprehension questions on the next page.

In the bustling world of ants, the worker ants scurry about,

tending to the queen's every need. They build tunnels and
chambers within the nest, tirelessly hauling food and caring
for their young. The queen, a regal figure, lays eggs day and
night, mindful of her responsibility of the colony's future.
While, outside the nest, the world is full of predators. Ants must
navigate treacherous terrain and avoid danger at every turn.
But with their sharp senses and social intelligence, they work
together to overcome every hurdle. When the sun sets and the
day's work draws to a close, the ants take refuge in their cozy
nest, a lively metroplex veiled beneath the earth. They may
take a breather, but not for long, for a new day brings new
challenges and fresh possibilities. And so the cycle continues,
the ants tirelessly working to ensure the survival of their colony,
a miniature world full of wonder and life.
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READING COMPREHENSION

Tick the true statements and cross out the false ones.

The queen ant tends to all the needs of the young.

Ants seem to work best when by themselves.

Worker ants never ever take a rest.

The queen is responsible for the survival of the colony.

Complete the phrases from the words of the story.

The queen, a regal figure, lays eggs

They build tunnels and chambers

Answer the question below using complete sentences.

Describe in your own words the important role of a queen ant.

What example of teamwork among ants impresses you most?