Wolves and National Parks Flashcard

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How many wolves were brought from Canada to Yellowstone National Park?

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Eight

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Why were wolves not present in Yellowstone National Park before Nana's team brought them back?

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They were hunted to near extinction.

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What was Nana's job before she retired?

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National Park Service worker.

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How many national parks and monuments have the narrator and their grandmother visited so far?

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Eighteen.

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What activity do the narrator and their grandmother do every summer?

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Take a road trip.

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What is the role of wolves in an ecosystem?

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Wolves are apex predators that help maintain the balance of the ecosystem by controlling the population of herbivores.

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What is Yellowstone National Park known for?

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Yellowstone is known for its geothermal features, diverse wildlife, and beautiful landscapes.

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What does it mean for a species to be endangered?

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An endangered species is one that is at risk of extinction due to a decrease in population or habitat.

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What is the significance of reintroducing wolves to Yellowstone?

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Reintroducing wolves helps restore the natural balance of the ecosystem and supports biodiversity.

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What are some threats to wolf populations?

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Threats include habitat loss, hunting, and conflicts with humans.