Question

1. read the following sentence from the passage.

\this talented impersonator can identify specific predators and, in an instant, contort
its body shape, change color, and transform from a delicious octopus into that
predators most feared enemy, bluffing long enough for it to make a speedy getaway.\
in this sentence, what does the word \impersonator\ most closely mean?
a. someone who does comedy routines
b. someone who has a lot of friends
c. something that is a dangerous predator
d. something that pretends to be something else

1. choose the answer that best completes the sentence below.

some treehoppers are good at scaring off predators, ______ the kind that disguises
itself as an ant with zombie fungus.
a. especially
b. however
c. before
d. as a result

1. how does a mimic octopus decide what animal to mimic?
2. what is the main goal of treehoppers different forms of mimicry?
3. what are some different ways that animals use mimicry to keep themselves safe?

provide examples from the text.

Explanation:

For question 6, the word "impersonator" in the context of the sentence refers to something that pretends to be something else. The octopus changes its body shape and color to mimic a predator's enemy.
For question 7, "especially" is the correct answer as it emphasizes a particular type of treehopper that uses mimicry.
For question 8, the mimic octopus decides what animal to mimic based on the specific predator it encounters.
For question 9, the main goal of treehoppers' different forms of mimicry is to scare off predators and avoid being eaten.
For question 10, animals use mimicry in various ways. For example, the mimic octopus mimics a predator's enemy, and some treehoppers disguise themselves as ants with Zombie Fungus.

Answer:

1. D. something that pretends to be something else
2. A. especially
3. Based on the specific predator it encounters.
4. To scare off predators and avoid being eaten.
5. - Mimic octopus: Mimics a predator's enemy.

• Some treehoppers: Disguise themselves as ants with Zombie Fungus.