"Rescue in the Rainforest"

In the introduction, author Mackenzie Carro writes, “Snow White lay motionless on the forest floor. The tiny sloth was dangerously cold, her breath weak. Alone and unconscious, she hovered near death.” The tone of these lines is _____.

• peaceful

• foreboding

• infuriated

• hopeful

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CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

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Carro writes, “Only months before, Snow White had been a thriving baby, her limbs wrapped tightly around her mother’s hairy waist as the pair made their way through the treetops of Manuel Antonio, in Costa Rica.” What is the definition of thriving? 

• not having or showing good health

• lacking good judgment

• growing or developing well; flourishing

• of a size that is less than normal or usual

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CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

Which of the following statements are true about the section "Complex Ecosystems"? Select ALL that apply!

• helps readers understand why a single sloth’s life is so important

• explains how other animals and organisms depend on sloths

• explains why sloths are so popular in American culture

• helps readers understand why TSI exists

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CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

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According to the article, what dangers do sloths face? Select all that apply!

• unwanted attention from tourists

• the illegal pet trade

• habitat loss

• toucans

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Carro writes, “Today, rainforests throughout Central and South America—the only places on Earth where sloths are found—are rapidly disappearing because of deforestation.” Which section of the article helps readers better understand deforestation?

• the introduction

• the sidebar “Saving Sloths”

• the sidebar “Why Rainforests Matter”

• the section “Fairy-Tale Ending?”

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CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

Which question is NOT answered by information in the article?

• What role do sloths play in the rainforest ecosystem?

• How many species of sloths are there in the world?

• What is TSI’s method for helping rehabilitated sloths transition back to the wild?

• Are there organizations like TSI in other countries?

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

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As it is used in the article, the word ______ refers to the "roof" formed by overlapping branches and leaves near the tops of trees in the rainforest. This area receives a lot of sunlight and rain. More species live here than in any other part of the rainforest!

• catastrophic

• canopy

• deforestation

• fragmentation

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CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

As it is used in the article, the word ______ is used to describe a terrible disaster that causes great suffering or damage.

• fragmentation

• rehabilitation

• catastrophic

• canopy

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CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

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As it is used in the article, ______ refers to the clearing of forest land by humans. Historically, reasoning for this action includes growing crops, allowing livestock to graze, making space for buildings, and obtaining fuel.

• fragmentation

• zoologist

• catastrophic

• deforestation

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CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

As it is used in the article, _____ refers to the process or state of being broken into smaller pieces. As a verb, this word means to collapse or shatter.

• fragmentation

• zoologist

• rehabilitation

• deforestation

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CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.7.4