The Buffalo are Back - Comprehension Questions

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What were buffalo used for by Native American tribes?

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Food, clothing, and shelter.

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What is the main idea of 'The Buffalo Are Back' book?

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The decline and restoration of the buffalo population.

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Why did settlers hunt the buffalo in the 1800s?

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For their hides or skin.

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Why were buffalo important to the ecosystem?

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They helped maintain the balance of the ecosystem.

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Who worked to bring back the buffalo population?

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Conservationists and Native American tribes.

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What role did buffalo play in Native American culture?

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They were central to their way of life, providing food, clothing, and materials for shelter.

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What is conservation?

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The protection and preservation of natural resources and wildlife.

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How did the buffalo population decline?

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Due to overhunting and habitat loss.

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What is the significance of buffalo in American history?

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They symbolize the relationship between Native Americans and the land.

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What actions can be taken to protect endangered species like the buffalo?

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Habitat restoration, legal protection, and conservation programs.