Language Live! Level 1 Unit 2 Vocabulary Africa Digs

Front

How long were the bones buried before the team dug them up?

Back

135 million years

Front

What is the term for a location where ships load and unload goods?

Back

Port

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

Front

What does it mean to be precise in scientific work?

Back

To be exact and accurate, avoiding any errors.

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CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

Front

Who was the leader of the dig in Niger, Africa?

Back

Dr. Paul Serano

Front

What does the word 'emerge' mean?

Back

To come out or appear.

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CCSS.L.5.6

CCSS.L.6.2B

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.2B

CCSS.L.8.2C

Front

What is the significance of fossils in understanding Earth's history?

Back

Fossils provide evidence of past life and help scientists understand the evolution of species.

Front

What tools might scientists use during a dig?

Back

Shovels, brushes, trowels, and picks.

Front

Why is it important for scientists to be careful when excavating fossils?

Back

To avoid damaging the fossils and to ensure accurate data collection.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

Front

What is the process of uncovering buried artifacts called?

Back

Excavation.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

Front

What can scientists learn from studying the location of fossil finds?

Back

They can infer the environment and conditions that existed when the organisms were alive.

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CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4