Question 1

In paragraph 2, what is meant by "These jaws work like a pair of pliers"?

Accepted Answer

Insect jaws grip objects tightly.

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Insect jaws knock objects into place.

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Insect jaws help objects turn.

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Insect jaws hold objects loosely.

Question 2

In paragraph 5, what is the meaning of "coiled"?

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rolled

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piled

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twisted

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straightened

Question 3

In paragraph 6, what is the meaning of the word "vacant"?

Accepted Answer

empty

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busy

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complete

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full

Question 4

In paragraph 6, what is meant by "it looked like rain"?

Accepted Answer

It was cloudy outside.

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It was lightning outside.

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It was flooding outside.

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It was muddy outside.

Question 5

In paragraph 5, what did the parents' figurative language describe?

Accepted Answer

The twins must take turns being in charge.

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The twins are together forever.

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The twins must promise to love one another.

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The twins are around each other most of the time.

Question 6

Why is the twin relationship referred to as a "unique connection" in the selection?

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There is nothing like it.

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Parents are unable to explain it.

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Scientists first discovered it.

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Everyone understands it.

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