Komodo
Komodo
Komodo
Komodo Dragon Printable Reading Comprehension Name_____________________
Komodo Dragon
Did you know that dragons really do exist? These dragons, however, cannot fly, and
don’t breathe fire. These dragons are called komodo dragons. Komodo dragons live on
a few small islands in Indonesia, which is in Asia.
Komodo dragons are huge reptiles that can grow to ten feet long and weigh 350
pounds. Their tails make up half of the lengths of their bodies. These interesting
animals smell with their tongues.
Komodo dragons are carnivores. They bite prey with deadly saliva and then wait for
the animal to die. This may take several days. Komodo dragons, however, are very
patient. They only eat a few times per month!
1. Which is NOT true about the komodo dragon?
A. They are carnivores
B. They don’t eat very often
C. They live throughout Asia
D. They use their tongues to smell.
2. What does the word “patient” mean in the following sentence?
Komodo dragons, however, are very patient. They only eat a few times per month!
A. They are often sick
B. They can wait along time
C. Smart
D. Fast
3. Why does the author use an exclamation mark after the least sentence?
A. Because the final fact is very interesting
B. It’s the end of the paragraph
C. To make sure the reader understands the sentence
D. To tell the reader how the komodo dragon hunts
4. What question is not answered?
A. How long is a komodo dragon?
B. Is the komodo dragon endangered?
C. What country does the komodo dragon live in?
D. Do dragons exist?