Instructions
Read the information about cows carefully and then complete the activities below.
Facts About Cows
- Cows are domesticated farm animals that are primarily raised for milk and meat.
- They belong to the species Bos taurus and are part of the Bovidae family.
- Cows are herbivores, which means they eat plants such as grass and hay.
- The digestive system of cows is unique; they have four stomach compartments which help them break down tough plant material.
- Cows are social animals and often live in groups called herds.
- The average lifespan of a cow can be around 15 to 20 years.
Activities
1. Vocabulary Match
Match the words with their correct definitions:
- A. Herbivore
- B. Domesticated
- C. Ruminant
- D. Herd
1. __ A social group of animals
2. __ An animal that mainly eats plants
3. __ Tamed by humans for agricultural purposes
4. __ An animal that has a specialized stomach for fermentation
2. True or False
Write 'True' or 'False' next to each statement:
1. Cows can live for more than 20 years. __
2. Cows eat meat. __
3. Cows are social animals. __
4. A cow has two stomachs. __
3. Short Answer
Answer the following questions in complete sentences:
1. Why are cows important to agriculture?
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2. Describe how the digestive system of a cow is different from a human's.
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4. Creative Activity
Draw a picture of a cow and label its parts (e.g., ears, hooves, udder). You can use your creativity to add a background, like a farm or grass.