Unit 6 informational Text Reading Review

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What does the word 'local' mean in the context of a community?

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Local refers to something that is related to a specific area or community, often involving people or things that are nearby.

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What is the central idea of a text?

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The central idea is the main point or message that the author wants to convey in a selection.

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What does it mean when we say that visitors are changing the way they treat native plants and animals?

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It means that the actions and behaviors of visitors are having an impact on how these plants and animals are cared for or respected.

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What is the definition of 'wild'?

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Wild means natural, out of control, or not tamed.

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What is the opposite of 'natives'?

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The opposite of natives is 'aliens', which refers to non-native species or individuals.

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What is an ecosystem?

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An ecosystem is a community of living organisms and their physical environment interacting as a system.

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What are native plants and animals?

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Native plants and animals are species that naturally occur in a specific region or environment.

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Why are native species important to an ecosystem?

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Native species are important because they help maintain the balance and health of their ecosystem.

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What does it mean to introduce a new species to an environment?

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Introducing a new species means bringing a plant or animal into an area where it did not previously exist.

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What is the role of scientists in protecting ecosystems?

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Scientists study ecosystems and develop strategies to protect and preserve native species and their habitats.