Question 5 - Reading Practice Test for the TOEFL Test

Dandelions are wildflowers that grow in many parts of the world. Some people (1) th _ _ _ they are (2) ju _ _ weeds, (3) b _ _ dandelions are (4) actua _ _ _ amazing (5) plan _ _! A dandelion starts as a (6) sm _ _ _ seed with (7) lea _ _ _ and grows a (8) yell _ _ circle that eventually becomes a (9) st _ _ with a yellow (10) flow _ _ at the top. These yellow flowers will eventually turn into a different shape: a white fluffy ball made of seeds. Dandelions are special, because every part of the plant can be used. The flowers feed the bees, the leaves are used in salads, and the roots are used to make tea! Dandelions are helpful plants with an important job in nature.