Article: National parks under threat of pollution, mining & oil

What is the main topic of the article?

• Wildlife conservation in national parks

• Climate change impacts on national parks

• Political efforts to drill in national parks

• Tourism in Yellowstone National Park

Answer explanation

The main topic of the article is political efforts to drill in national parks, as indicated by the mention of drilling activities in the parks.

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Which national park is mentioned in the article?

• Grand Canyon National Park

• Zion National Park

• Yellowstone National Park

• Yosemite National Park

Answer explanation

The correct national park mentioned in the article is Yellowstone National Park.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

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What animals are mentioned as grazing in the meadows?

• Bison

• Deer

• Elk

• Moose

Answer explanation

Elk are mentioned as grazing in the meadows.

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CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

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CCSS.RI.6.2

Which mountains are in the background of the image described?

• Mount Elbert and Mount Massive

• Mount Whitney and Mount Shasta

• Mount Rainier and Mount St. Helens

• Mount Holmes and Mount Dome

Answer explanation

The correct choice is Mount Holmes and Mount Dome as they are the mountains in the background of the image described.

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Who is the author of the article?

• Oliver Milman

• Jane Smith

• John Doe

• Emily Johnson

Answer explanation

The author of the article is Oliver Milman, as mentioned in the correct answer choice.

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Which publication is the article from?

• The Washington Post

• The Guardian

• The Wall Street Journal

• The New York Times

Answer explanation

The article is from The Guardian, as indicated in the correct answer choices.

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What is the recommended audience for the article?

• Elementary School

• Middle School – High School

• College Students

• Adults

Answer explanation

The recommended audience for the article is Middle School – High School, as indicated in the answer choices. This age group is likely to benefit the most from the content.

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CCSS.RI.8.9

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What is the word count of the article?

• 1500

• 2000

• 2650

• 3000

Answer explanation

The correct word count of the article is 2650, as mentioned in the answer choices.

What is the text level of the article?

• 11

• 13

• 10

• 12

Answer explanation

The correct text level of the article is 12, as indicated in the answer choices. This level corresponds to the complexity and readability of the text.

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When was the article published?

• 8/31/2018

• 8/31/2017

• 8/31/2016

• 8/31/2015

Answer explanation

The correct answer is 8/31/2016 as the article was published on that date.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.10

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