(D) Places where the sea cucumber can be found
9. In line 3, the word "bizarre" is closest meaning to
(A) odd
(B) marine
(C) simple
(D) rare
10.According to the Passage, why is the shape of sea cucumbers important?
(A) It helps them to digest their food
(B) It helps them to protect themselves from danger.
(C) It makes it easier for them to move through the mud.
(D) It makes them attractive to fish.
11.The words "this faculty" in line20 refer to the sea cucumber’s ability to
(A) squeeze into crevices
(B) devour all available food in a short time
(C) suck up mud or sand
(D) live at a low metabolic rate
12.The fourth paragraph of the passage Primarily discusses
(A) the reproduction of sea cucumbers
(B) the food sources of sea cucumbers
(C) the eating habits of sea cucumbers
(D) threats to sea cucumbers’ existence
13.The phrase "casts off" in line 24 is closest in meaning to