NWEA Map Practice

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What is a cause?

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A cause is the reason why something happens.

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What is an effect?

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An effect is what happens as a result of a cause.

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What does cause and effect mean?

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Cause and effect explains why something happened (the cause) and what happened (the effect).

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is the most important point or message that the author wants to convey.

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What are some examples of changes to the Earth's surface?

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Earthquakes, floods, and volcanoes are examples of changes to the Earth's surface.

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What does it mean when we say the Earth's surface is always changing?

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It means that natural events can alter the landscape frequently, sometimes in ways we cannot see.

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What is a city?

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A city is a large and densely populated area with many buildings, people, and activities.

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What is the main idea of a paragraph?

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The main idea of a paragraph is the central point that summarizes the content of that paragraph.

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What sound do giraffes make when they are hurt?

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Giraffes make a low moo sound when they are hurt.

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How do giraffes communicate with each other?

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Giraffes do not use sounds to communicate; they primarily use body language.