Question

squirrels can be divided into three types: tree squirrels, ground squirrels, and flying squirrels. tree squirrels live in holes that they make on the ground. they eat nuts, fruits, berries, and insects. tree squirrels also come down in search of food. flying squirrels live in nests or in holes that they make in trees. they cannot fly, but they can glide through the air from one tree to another. they eat fruits, berries, nuts, eggs, and small animals. squirrels are very possessive about where they live. they make very protective mothers and become very violent to protect their babies from enemies. baby squirrels are blind when they are born and completely depend on their mothers. however, as squirrels get older, they have very good eyesight. they can spot their food from a distance. many people think that they eat only nuts, but they are actually omnivores. this means that they eat both plants and animals. squirrels are considered to be very intelligent. they can imitate the actions of different animals and also of human beings. they hide their food in different places to keep it away from their enemys reach. squirrels also which is the best summary of this passage? a. squirrels are of three types. they are intelligent rodents because they know how to protect their homes and their young ones. they are very flexible and quick as they can move very fast from one place to another. b. there are three different types of squirrels, and they are all omnivores. they are protective about their homes and their babies. they use intelligent tricks to store food and keep enemies away. c. squirrels are rodents and eat fruits and nuts. they are intelligent and learn tricks to protect their food and homes. they also prepare themselves by storing food for the long winter months. d. squirrels have a bushy tail and pointed ears. these pointed ears help them to hear the sound of their enemies. they are intelligent as they use different tricks to protect themselves from their enemies.

Explanation:

The passage first mentions that squirrels are divided into three types (tree, ground, flying). It then describes their diet, living - places, and intelligence, such as how they protect their young and food, and their ability to use tricks against enemies. Option A best sums up these main points about the three types of squirrels, their young, and their intelligence. Option B only focuses on protection, Option C mainly on diet and preparation, and Option D on physical features and enemy - avoidance.

Answer:

A. Squirrels are of three types. They are intelligent rodents because they know how to protect their homes and their young ones. They are very flexible and quick as they can move very fast from one place to another.