Quest for the Tree Kangaroo - Comprehension - Journeys

Front

What is the purpose of measuring the tree kangaroos' necks?

Back

To fit the kangaroos with radio collars.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

Front

What environmental factor likely caused the tree kangaroos to appear on the first day researchers spotted them?

Back

Warm weather.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

Front

What does the quotation about Holly and the anesthetic machine reveal?

Back

It illustrates the speed and drama of the procedure.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What is the main purpose of describing the kangaroo's acrobatic movements?

Back

To provide a detailed description of the kangaroo's movements.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

Front

What is the consequence if scientists do not examine the animals quickly?

Back

The anesthetic will wear off before they are finished.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.3

CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

Front

What is a radio collar?

Back

A device fitted around an animal's neck to track its movements.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

Front

Why is it important for scientists to study tree kangaroos?

Back

To understand their behavior and health in the wild.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

Front

What does the term 'anesthetic' refer to?

Back

A substance that induces insensitivity to pain.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

Front

How do tree kangaroos adapt to their environment?

Back

They have strong limbs for climbing and balancing.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

Front

What role do researchers play in studying tree kangaroos?

Back

They observe, measure, and collect data to learn about the species.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5