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All About Coyotes

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Stop and Think! Coyotes are one of the most adaptable animals in the world. It used to be that coyotes were mostly found in the northwestern United States. Coyotes can now be found in every part of North America, and some parts of Central America. Because they can adjust their eating habits, breeding patterns, and social behavior, coyotes can survive in almost any habitat.

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Most coyotes live on open prairies and in brushy areas. They sleep out in the open unless the weather is bad or they are being chased. In these cases, coyotes will retreat to their dens, which are usually hidden from sight. The only other time these dens are used is when a mother is giving birth to pups.

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Although coyotes can live in just about any climate, they are mostly found in areas with open grasslands and low elevations. They tend to stay within 10-12 miles of their den. When food is scarce, coyotes will travel well beyond this range.

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Coyotes adapt to the environment around them. This means that coyotes sometimes have to learn to coexist with human beings. Coyotes adjust well to living in urban areas. They find food by scavenging in garbage cans and hunting other urban animals such as raccoons and opossums. Since coyotes can be dangerous, humans must be careful to keep coyotes away from their homes. This means covering garbage cans tightly, bringing small pets inside at night, and fencing in their yards. Stop and Think!

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Coyotes are very adaptable and can live in almost any habitat.

Most coyotes live in open grasslands and brushy areas.

They live outside their dens, retreating there only when chased or giving birth.

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This passage talks a lot about the coyotes' ability to adapt to different environments so I will ask a relevant question to help me remember this unique characteristic.

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The author claims that coyotes can survive in almost any habitat so I asked a question about how the claim is true.

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I start my question with the word 'why' because 'why' questions lead to in-depth answers. The map of the coyote's habitat raises many 'why' questions, such as why coyotes live in the Americas and not other places.

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I looked for the summary that included all the important facts about the coyotes' habitat and that was not too detailed. Also, I read carefully if the summary missed out other important points.

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Coyotes can survive in almost any habitat. They are very adaptable, but they like bushy areas. Coyotes can also live in urban areas, so humans should be careful and watch for them.

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When I summarize, I try to include all the important facts to capture the gist of the passage. I also try to state them as concisely as possible, instead of writing every detail.

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To check your summary, ask yourself if your summary—

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Paraphrases, or explains in your own words.

Includes information from text and images.

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One thing I think about when I write summaries is that it's important to use my own words. That way, I know I understand what I'm writing, rather than just copying the author's words.

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