Swift Gliders Multiple Choices

This passage explains how otters move through both water and land. They swim using a wave-like motion, powered by webbed feet and tails, and can run efficiently on land when needed. Otters use undulation for smooth movement underwater and climb or slide for fun on muddy banks. Their specialized movement skills make them fast, agile, and well-suited to their watery homes.

Students gain process comprehension by following step-by-step descriptions of movement. The text encourages visualization and connection-making between structure and behavior. It strengthens reading fluency and science vocabulary, supporting deeper understanding of how physical traits relate to environmental adaptation.