Story 2: Gone Forever
Questions and Answers
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Which of the following is NOT an opinion?
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It is important for us to take care of endangered animals.
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The black rhinoceros is the most frightening animal in Africa.
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The fastest land animal, the cheetah, also lives in Africa.
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If we don’t protect endangered animals now, we will regret it in the future.
Correct Answer
C. The fastest land animal, the cheetah, also lives in Africa.Explanation
The given statement "The fastest land animal, the cheetah, also lives in Africa" is a factual statement rather than an opinion. It states a verifiable fact about the cheetah's living habitat in Africa. Opinions are subjective statements that express personal beliefs or preferences, whereas this statement is based on objective information.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Read this quote. Why is it important to care for animals like these? One reason is to protect the balance of life on Earth. What does the author mean by the balance of life on Earth? Why is it important? Use details from the article to support your answer.
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Read this sentence from the article. Today, because forests have been cleared to make room for people, the grizzly’s habitat is shrinking and the grizzly is disappearing. What does habitat mean?
- A.
An animal’s natural environment
- B.
A bear’s thick wool coat
- C.
A bear’s den
- D.
An animal’s vision
Correct Answer
A. An animal’s natural environmentExplanation
The word "habitat" refers to an animal's natural environment, where it lives and thrives. In the context of the sentence, it is explaining that due to deforestation and human encroachment, the grizzly bear's natural environment is being reduced, leading to the decline in the grizzly bear population.Rate this question:
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Is the author effective in persuading the reader that protecting endangered animals is important? Why or why not? Use details from the article to support your answer
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Which of the following does NOT support the main idea of the article?
- A.
Ocean-dwelling animals are in danger of extinction as well.
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Beautiful birds like the great green macaw are also becoming extinct.
- C.
Wherever people are careless about the land, there are endangered species.
- D.
The elephant seems to represent all that is strong and wild in Africa.
Correct Answer
D. The elephant seems to represent all that is strong and wild in Africa.Explanation
The article discusses the danger of extinction faced by ocean-dwelling animals, the great green macaw, and endangered species in areas where people are careless about the land. However, it does not mention or support the idea that the elephant represents strength and wildness in Africa.Rate this question:
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Read this sentence from the article. They fascinate us with their beauty, their grace, and their speed. What is an antonym for the word fascinate?
- A.
Scare
- B.
Bore
- C.
Entertain
- D.
Humor
Correct Answer
C. EntertainExplanation
The word "fascinate" means to captivate or attract someone's interest. An antonym for this word would be "bore," which means to cause someone to feel uninterested or unengaged. Therefore, "bore" is the opposite of "fascinate" because it describes something that does not captivate or attract someone's interest.Rate this question:
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What will happen to some animal species if current trends continue?
- A.
Their numbers will increase.
- B.
There will be no significant change.
- C.
They will become extinct.
- D.
They will move to other habitats.
Correct Answer
C. They will become extinct.Explanation
If current trends continue, some animal species will become extinct. This means that they will no longer exist in the wild. Extinction occurs when a species cannot adapt to its changing environment, faces competition from other species, or experiences habitat loss. This can lead to a decline in population size and eventually the complete disappearance of the species. Extinction is a natural process, but human activities such as deforestation, pollution, and climate change have accelerated the rate at which species are becoming extinct.Rate this question:
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How does the author feel about the fate of endangered animals?
- A.
Disinterested
- B.
Concerned
- C.
Pleased
- D.
Confused
Correct Answer
B. ConcernedExplanation
The author feels concerned about the fate of endangered animals. This can be inferred from the fact that the word "concerned" is used to describe the author's feelings. It suggests that the author is worried or troubled about the situation of endangered animals, indicating a sense of care and empathy towards them.Rate this question:
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What are two reasons why it is important to care for endangered animals?
- 10.
The following statement is an opinion rather than a fact. The black rhinoceros has very poor eyesight and a bad temper.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
This statement is an opinion rather than a fact because the terms "very poor" and "bad temper" are subjective and can vary depending on individual perspectives. While it is true that black rhinoceroses have relatively poor eyesight compared to other animals, the extent to which it is considered "very poor" is a matter of interpretation. Similarly, describing their temper as "bad" is subjective and can vary depending on the specific behavior observed. Therefore, this statement cannot be considered a factual statement.Rate this question:
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