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Far from the Equator, winter is cold. During winter, people wear coats, boots, and gloves.

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The 20th century has been a time of huge change with millions of people moving from farms to cities. Urbanization reduces the amount of available farmland and increases pollution.

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Some of the Midwest states had very little trees when settlers reached them. As a result, they built their houses out of sod (grass-covered surface soil held together by matted roots). What did they do?

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It can get extremely hot in San Antonio. Many people drink beverages with ice to stay cool. What is the term for adjusting to a new environment?

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The Golden Gate Bridge was built to connect the San Francisco Peninsula to Marin County, California. This allows for easier travel.

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Early people built dams along rivers to create reservoirs. The reservoirs allowed them to settle in areas that were previously inaccessible. The dams created a constant water source. What did they do to the environment?

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In Russia, winters are snowy. Lots of houses have a steep roof. The heavy snow slides off the roof. If the roof were flat, it would collapse from the weight of the snow. What is the term that describes the action taken to ensure roofs can handle heavy snow?

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