Unit 2.3 (Day 12 - 13)

Front

What is the importance of whales to the planet?

Back

Whales play a crucial role in maintaining the health of the ocean ecosystem, which in turn affects the entire planet.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

What does the term 'cause and effect' mean in relation to ecosystems?

Back

'Cause and effect' refers to the relationship where one event (cause) leads to another event (effect), such as how the presence of whales helps maintain a balanced ocean ecosystem.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.3

CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

Front

What does the suffix '-al' indicate when added to the word 'globe'?

Back

The suffix '-al' means 'having the characteristics of', so 'global' means having the characteristics of the whole Earth or world.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

Front

What does the suffix '-an' mean in the word 'guardian'?

Back

The suffix '-an' means 'one who', so a 'guardian' is one who acts as a protector of something or someone.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3A

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

Front

How does descriptive text structure enhance understanding in a narrative?

Back

Descriptive text structure provides details about characters' actions and feelings, helping readers understand their motivations and dedication.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

Front

What is the main idea of the passage 'Time to Save the Whales'?

Back

The main idea is to highlight the importance of protecting whales and the efforts individuals can take to contribute to their conservation.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

Front

What role do small creatures in the ocean play in the ecosystem?

Back

Small creatures help clean the ocean and maintain the balance of the marine ecosystem.

Front

How can understanding morphemes help with vocabulary?

Back

Understanding morphemes, the smallest units of meaning, can help decipher the meanings of unfamiliar words.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5A

CCSS.L.1.5B

CCSS.L.K.5A

Front

What is the significance of the phrase 'cause and effect relationship' in environmental studies?

Back

It helps illustrate how changes in one part of the ecosystem can impact other parts, emphasizing the interconnectedness of nature.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.3

CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

Front

What is an example of a cause and effect relationship involving whales?

Back

The decline in whale populations (cause) can lead to an imbalance in the ocean ecosystem (effect).

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.3

CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3