Let’s go step by step to answer each question on the worksheet.
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Question 1: Which bird is bigger?
a. Eagle
b. Hawk
From the text:
> “Eagles are much larger than hawks.”
> “The biggest eagle can weigh up to 13 pounds. However, the biggest hawk only weighs up to 4 pounds.”
> “An eagle’s wingspan is also much larger than a hawk’s wingspan.”
So, eagles are clearly bigger in weight and wingspan.
✔ Answer:
a. Eagle
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Question 2: How did the author organize the details?
Look at how the information is grouped:
- First paragraph: Defines what birds of prey are (what they eat, what “raptors” means).
- Second paragraph: Compares eagles and hawks — size, weight, wingspan.
- Third paragraph: Talks about where they live, how fast they fly, what they eat, and how long they live.
The author starts with general info, then compares two types, then adds more facts about behavior and lifespan.
This is organized by
topic: first definition, then comparison, then additional facts.
You could say: The author organized the details by starting with what birds of prey are, then comparing eagles and hawks, and finally telling more about their habits and lifespans.
✔ Answer:
The author organized the details by topic — first explaining what birds of prey are, then comparing eagles and hawks, and finally sharing more facts about where they live, what they eat, and how long they live.
*(Note: Since this is a short-answer question for students, you can write it simply like above.)*
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Question 3: What is another bird of prey?
a. hummingbird
b. vulture
From the text:
> “This group includes eagles, owls, hawks, vultures, and more.”
Hummingbirds are not mentioned — and we know from real life they drink nectar, not hunt animals.
Vultures ARE listed as birds of prey.
✔ Answer:
b. vulture
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Final Answer:
1. a. Eagle
2. The author organized the details by topic — first explaining what birds of prey are, then comparing eagles and hawks, and finally sharing more facts about where they live, what they eat, and how long they live.
3. b. vulture
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of nonfiction text structure worksheet.
