1. Cacti and roses have sharp spikes or thorns to deter animals from eating them.
2. Animals avoid eating plants that taste bad because the unpleasant flavor acts as a deterrent, helping the plant survive.
3. Some plants hide by blending into their surroundings or mimicking the appearance of other objects, making them hard for animals to notice.
4. Bugs that touch plants with sticky leaves or stems get trapped in the sticky mess and can’t crawl away, which protects the plant from being eaten.
5. Some plants use ants to protect themselves by forming partnerships with them; the ants live on the plants and chase away or attack pests that might harm the plant.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of analyzing informational text worksheet.
