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1. What does the word radically mean in paragraph 5?

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The word "radically" means "drastically" in paragraph 5. This means that there was a significant and extreme change or difference in the situation being described.

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Learn More About Rabbit-proof Fence Story Quiz - Quiz

This quiz explores the historical and environmental context of the rabbit invasion in Australia, focusing on the challenges and solutions like the Rabbit-Proof Fence.

2. Look at this flow chart about the article.

Which phrsae belong s in the blank space?

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The phrase "Rabbits began moving west" belongs in the blank space because it is the next logical step in the flow chart. The flow chart starts with the rabbits being discovered in eastern Australia, then it follows with the rabbits declining in numbers. The next step would be for the rabbits to begin moving west.

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3. In paragraph 6, the word formulate means —

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The word "formulate" in paragraph 6 means to figure out. This is indicated by the context of the paragraph, which suggests that the process of formulating involves coming up with a plan or solution. The other options, such as taking a vote, deciding against, or running tests, do not accurately capture the meaning of the word in this context.

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4. Which word from paragraph 6 best shows that the rabbit problem seemed to be spreading out of control?

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The word "plague" suggests that the rabbit problem was spreading out of control because a plague is a widespread and rapidly spreading disease or problem. This implies that the rabbit problem was becoming more serious and difficult to contain.

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5. Which of these best states the main idea of this article?

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The main idea of the article is that introducing animals to a foreign land has widespread consequences. This implies that there are negative effects and impacts when animals are brought into a new environment, highlighting the importance of considering the consequences before introducing them. The other options, such as building a fence or the population growth of rabbits, may be mentioned in the article but are not the main focus or central idea.

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6. Complete the following analogy. Problem is to solution as —

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The analogy in the question is comparing the relationship between "problem" and "solution" to the relationship between "question" and "answer". In both cases, the second term provides a resolution or response to the first term. Just as a problem requires a solution to be resolved, a question requires an answer to be addressed. Therefore, the correct answer is "question is to answer".

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7. Finding water for camels was difficult because —

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The correct answer is that water wells were often located hundreds of miles apart. This made it difficult to find water for camels because they needed regular access to water in order to survive. With water wells so far apart, it would require a significant amount of time and effort to travel between them and ensure that the camels had enough water.

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8. Which of these contributed most to the growing rabbit population?

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The lack of natural predators is the most significant factor contributing to the growing rabbit population. Without predators, the rabbit population can reproduce and increase rapidly, leading to a larger population size. The absence of natural predators allows rabbits to thrive and multiply without any significant threat to their survival. This lack of predation disrupts the natural balance in the ecosystem and can result in overpopulation.

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9. The purpose of this article is to —

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This article aims to provide information and details about a historical event. It does not aim to convince people that rabbits are dangerous, share events in the life of Thomas Austin, or build sympathy for Australia's rabbits. Instead, its purpose is to relate facts and provide a historical account.

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10. Which sentence best summarizes paragraphs 2 and 3?

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The correct answer summarizes paragraphs 2 and 3 by stating that after rabbits were introduced to Australia, their increasing numbers caused a problem. This implies that the introduction of rabbits led to negative consequences in Australia due to their rapid population growth.

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11. The use of the word “marching” in paragraph 3 presents the rabbits as —

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The use of the word "marching" suggests that the rabbits are moving in a coordinated and disciplined manner, similar to how an army would advance. This implies that the rabbits are organized and united in their actions, portraying them as an advancing army.

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12. In paragraph 9, the weather conditions and loneliness were hardships faced by —

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In paragraph 9, the passage mentions that the people who built the fences faced hardships such as weather conditions and loneliness. This suggests that they had to endure difficult weather conditions while working on building the fences, and they also experienced loneliness, possibly due to being isolated from others while working on the fences. Therefore, the correct answer is the people who built the fences.

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13. Which of these is the best prediction based on the article?

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What does the word radically mean in paragraph 5?
Look at this flow chart about the article.Which phrsae belong s in the...
In paragraph 6, the word formulate means —
Which word from paragraph 6 best shows that the rabbit problem seemed...
Which of these best states the main idea of this article?
Complete the following analogy. Problem is to solution as —
Finding water for camels was difficult because —
Which of these contributed most to the growing rabbit population?
The purpose of this article is to —
Which sentence best summarizes paragraphs 2 and 3?
The use of the word “marching” in paragraph 3 presents the rabbits...
In paragraph 9, the weather conditions and loneliness were hardships ...
Which of these is the best prediction based on the article?
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