Mama Miti Comprehension

Front

What does 'Thayu Nyumba' mean?

Back

Peace, me people.

Tags

CCSS.RF.2.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

Front

What problem did the woman face in paragraphs 16-18?

Back

A woman's goats were starving.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.2

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

Front

How did Wangari help her country?

Back

The land was once again filled with trees.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

What wisdom did Wangari teach her people?

Back

She taught her people the wisdom of peace with nature.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What did Wangari advise the poor woman to do?

Back

Wangari told her to plant a mubiru muiru tree.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.3.10

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.10

CCSS.RL.4.6

Front

Who is Wangari Maathai?

Back

A Kenyan environmental activist known for her work in sustainable development and women's rights.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

Front

What is the significance of planting trees according to Wangari?

Back

Planting trees helps restore the environment and provides resources for communities.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What does the term 'sustainable development' mean?

Back

Development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

Front

Why is community involvement important in environmental conservation?

Back

Community involvement ensures that local needs are met and fosters a sense of ownership and responsibility.

Front

What role do trees play in the ecosystem?

Back

Trees provide oxygen, improve air quality, conserve water, preserve soil, and support wildlife.

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5