Afghan Hound

High school (ages 12+)
Animals & Nature

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/afghan-hound

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the scientific name?Canis lupus familiaris
2. What is the habitat?Originally adapted to the cold, mountainous, and arid regions of Afghanistan
3. What makes the Afghan Hound's coat special?The Afghan Hound has a long, thick, silky coat that keeps it warm in cold mountain air and protects it from wind.
4. Why do Afghan Hounds have big paws?Their big, furred paws have cushioned pads that act like shock absorbers, letting them walk safely on rocky mountain trails.

Sag-e Tāzī: The local Dari name for the Afghan Hound, translating to 'fast dog' or 'hound dog'.
Adaptation: A trait or characteristic that helps an organism survive and reproduce in its specific environment.
Aloof: Distant, reserved, and seemingly indifferent, often characteristic of the Afghan Hound's initial demeanor.
Sighthound: A type of dog that hunts by sight and speed rather than by scent.