Extinct and Endangered Animals

What does it mean when an animal is extinct?

• The animal is in danger of becoming extinct

• The animal no longer lives anywhere in the world

• The animal is found only in zoos and animal preserves

• The animal is at risk of becoming endangered

Which animal is extinct?

• Giant Panda

• Dinosaur

• Black Rhino

• Mountain Gorilla

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What is one reason for natural occurring extinction?

• Overhunting

• Habitat destruction

• Climate change

• Pollution

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What is one reason for human interaction extinction?

• Climate change

• New predators

• Overhunting

• Loss of food sources

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Which animal is endangered?

• Blue Whale

• Bengal Tiger

• Sea Lion

• Orangutan

How many species of animals are currently endangered or at risk of becoming extinct?

• Less than 100

• Around 500

• More than 1,000

• More than 7,000

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What is one way you can help protect endangered animals?

• Hunting responsibly

• Using more energy

• Destroying habitats

• Sponsoring an animal

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Which animal became extinct due to overhunting and habitat destruction?

• Dodo Bird

• Giant Panda

• Mountain Gorilla

• Chimpanzee

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What is one way extinction can occur naturally?

• Deforestation

• Moving animals to new areas

• Loss of food sources

• Climate change

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What is one way extinction can occur due to human interaction?

• New predators

• Overhunting

• Climate change

• Natural changes in environment

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