Winter's Tail-Reading Comprehension

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What is a prosthetic tail?

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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 Winter to have a prosthetic tail?

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It is important for Winter to have a prosthetic tail to prevent her back from being damaged by swimming incorrectly.

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What does it mean when we say Winter is an inspiration?

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It means that Winter's story motivates and encourages people, showing them that challenges can be overcome.

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What is the main idea of Winter's story?

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The main idea is that Winter's success is an inspiration and a help to many people.

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What is a supporting detail?

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A supporting detail is a fact or example that helps explain or prove the main idea.

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What character trait helped Winter improve her health?

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Winter's quickness and enthusiasm about learning helped her improve her health.

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How did Winter's situation help improve prosthetic technology?

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Winter's situation led to advancements in prosthetic technology, benefiting not only her but also other animals and humans.

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What did trainers need to do before teaching Winter to swim with a prosthetic tail?

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Trainers needed to get Winter used to the feel of a prosthesis before teaching her to swim with it.

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What is the significance of Winter's friendship with other dolphins?

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Winter's friendship with other dolphins helped her adapt and learn better, contributing to her recovery.

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What does it mean to be enthusiastic about learning?

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Being enthusiastic about learning means being eager and excited to gain new knowledge and skills.