The Life and Times of the Ant

1. investigates: Someone who investigates finds out about something.
    Example: A botanist investigates the life of plants.

2. solitary: A solitary creature lives alone.
    Example: Adam is not solitary since he lives in a town and has a big family.

3. territory: The territory of an animal is the area in which it lives.
    Example: Buffalo territory almost disappeared when the West was settled.

4. communication: Communication is an exchange of information.
    Example: Scientists are interested in dolphin communication.

5. nutrients: Nutrients are vitamins and minerals needed for life.
    Example: Plants contain nutrients that are helpful to animals that eat them.

6. prehistoric: People in prehistoric times lived before recorded history.
    Example: Many prehistoric peoples hunted and collected nuts and berries.