The Boy who Drew Birds - Comprehension Unit 2 Week 3

Front

What span of time does 'The Boy who Drew Birds' cover?

Back

About a year.

Front

Why did John James Audubon tie bands around the birds?

Back

To see if the same ones returned in the spring.

Front

What kind of birds did John James Audubon study in his experiment?

Back

Pewees.

Front

What did John James Audubon's experiment help to prove?

Back

That many birds return to the same nest each year.

Front

What text evidence shows how John James Audubon's ideas differed from that of scientists?

Back

He did not believe that birds gathered underwater during the winter.

Front

Who is the main character in 'The Boy who Drew Birds'?

Back

John James Audubon.

Front

What is the significance of banding birds in Audubon's study?

Back

It allowed him to track the migration and nesting habits of birds.

Front

What is the main theme of 'The Boy who Drew Birds'?

Back

The curiosity and dedication of a young naturalist.

Front

How did Audubon's observations contribute to ornithology?

Back

They provided insights into bird behavior and migration patterns.

Front

What challenges did Audubon face in his studies?

Back

Limited scientific knowledge and skepticism from other scientists.