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Why Do Animals Play?

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Question 1

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Which definition matches the meaning of "frolic" as it is used in paragraph 3?

to hop around

to find protection

to learn by watching

to walk next to its mother

Question 2

2.

The word "stalks" in paragraph 4 shows that the lion cub

follows silently

moves quickly

looks around

bends down

Question 3

3.

Read this sentence from the passage:
"If one youngster plays too rough, the others will let him know they are unahppy with his behavior."
What does this sentence show about the animals?

The older animals introduce the games to the younger ones. 

The larnger animals are prevented from wrestling with the smaller ones.

The young animals enforce limits so that their games are safe for all. 

The adult animals are nearby to make sure that no one gets hurt.