6. 3 HMH Grand Canyon

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What is the Grand Canyon?

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The Grand Canyon is a large canyon located in Arizona, USA, carved by the Colorado River over millions of years.

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'.

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What does it mean to visualize text?

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To visualize text means to create a mental image of what is being described in the text.

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What is the Colorado River?

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The Colorado River is a major river in the western United States that flows through the Grand Canyon.

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Who were the Anasazi Indians?

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The Anasazi Indians were an ancient Native American culture known for their cliff dwellings and granaries in the Southwest.

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What is a granary?

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A granary is a storage place for grain and food, often used for trade.

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Why is the Grand Canyon considered one of the seven natural wonders of the world?

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The Grand Canyon is considered one of the seven natural wonders of the world because of its immense size, beauty, and geological significance.

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What does it mean for the Grand Canyon to be 'more than a mile deep'?

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It means that the canyon's depth exceeds 5,280 feet, showcasing its vastness.

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What types of plants and animals live in the Grand Canyon?

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The Grand Canyon is home to diverse species, including cacti, pine trees, bighorn sheep, and various birds.

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What is the significance of the phrase 'mountains stand like sentries'?

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This phrase uses a simile to compare mountains to soldiers guarding a place, emphasizing their protective presence.

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