Winter's Tail

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What is a prosthetic tail?

Back

A prosthetic tail is an artificial tail designed to help animals, like dolphins, swim properly after losing their natural tail.

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Why is it important for animals to have a proper tail?

Back

A proper tail helps animals maintain balance and swim effectively, preventing injuries.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.1

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What does it mean to be dedicated to a task?

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To be dedicated means to give time and effort to a specific task or goal.

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CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

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What does the term 'artificial' mean?

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Artificial means something that is not natural, often made by humans.

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CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

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Where did Winter get hurt?

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Winter got hurt on the east coast of Florida.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

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What caused Winter's injury?

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Winter's tail was badly damaged in a crab trap.

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CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

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What is the significance of Winter's story?

Back

Winter's story highlights the importance of rehabilitation and the use of prosthetics for injured animals.

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CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

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How can a prosthetic tail help Winter?

Back

A prosthetic tail can help Winter swim with a side-to-side motion, preventing back damage.

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

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What is the main purpose of a tail for dolphins?

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The main purpose of a tail for dolphins is to propel them through the water and assist in navigation.

Front

What does it mean to mimic something?

Back

To mimic means to imitate or copy the actions or appearance of something.

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CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4