Vocabulary Flashcard

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What is Ecotourism?

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Travel focused on visiting local areas that have nature-based activities.

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What does the term 'author's purpose' mean?

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The reason why an author writes a text, such as to inform, persuade, or entertain.

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What is a central idea?

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The main point or message that the author wants to convey in a text.

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What is a cause and effect relationship?

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A connection where one event (the cause) makes another event happen (the effect).

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What does it mean to support a claim?

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To provide reasons and evidence that back up a statement or argument.

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What is the meaning of 'ecosystem'?

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A community of living organisms and their environment interacting as a system.

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What are 'whales'?

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Large marine mammals that are important to ocean ecosystems.

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What does 'raising money' refer to?

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The act of collecting funds to support a cause or project.

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What is the significance of 'balance' in an ecosystem?

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It refers to the stability of an ecosystem where all parts work together harmoniously.

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What does 'threat' mean in the context of wildlife?

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A factor that poses danger or harm to animals or their habitats.