Why do Skunks Stink? After reading the passage, answer the questions below. When a skunk senses danger, it can raise its tail and release its stinky spray from the glands underneath. Skunks can accurately hit a target from about 10 feet away! What makes a skunk’s spray stink? It’s made up of oily chemicals called thiols. These are sulfur compounds that can cause headaches and burning or stinging in the eyes. Many would argue that the worst part, though, is the smell. Question: Why do Skunks Stink? Answer the question citing the text evidence in quotation marks. Write in a full sentence and include the title of the article in your response. Question: Make an inference as to what type of event would cause a skunk to spray?
