Exploring Plate Motion Concepts

What is the main question posed by Dr. Moraga regarding the Mesosaurus fossils?

• How did Mesosaurus adapt to its environment?

• What did Mesosaurus eat?

• Why are Mesosaurus fossils found on different continents?

• Why did Mesosaurus go extinct?

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

Where were the Mesosaurus fossils found according to Dr. Moraga's message?

• North America and Europe

• Asia and Australia

• South America and Africa

• Antarctica and Asia

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

What does the name 'Mesosaurus' mean?

• Middle lizard

• Small lizard

• Ancient lizard

• Water lizard

How long did Mesosaurus typically grow?

• 0.5 meters

• 2 meters

• 1 meter

• 3 meters

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5

What feature of Mesosaurus allowed it to breathe while mostly submerged?

• Large lungs

• Gills

• High nostrils

• Webbed feet

Why couldn't Mesosaurus swim long distances?

• It had small fins

• Its body wasn't built for long-distance swimming

• It had short legs

• It was too heavy

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NGSS.MS-LS4-2

What is the significance of finding Mesosaurus fossils in both South America and Africa?

• It suggests they could fly

• It indicates they were very fast swimmers

• It provides evidence for continental drift

• It shows they lived in deserts

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

What is the first step in the scientific investigation of the Mesosaurus fossil distribution?

• Comparing Mesosaurus to modern reptiles

• Studying the diet of Mesosaurus

• Measuring the size of the fossils

• Analyzing the rock where fossils are found

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

Who is Dr. Wilson in the context of the video?

• A student geologist

• A fictional character

• A real scientist who studies fossils

• A museum curator

What is the purpose of including fictional elements like the Museum of West Namibia in the unit?

• To make the unit more entertaining

• To provide a realistic context for data collection and communication

• To introduce new scientific theories

• To confuse students