During a thrilling desert expedition, Arjun and Charlotte stumble upon a fish fossil buried in the sand. What exciting story does this discovery tell about the desert's ancient past?

• The area was once an ocean or lake and has since dried up

• It walked out of the ocean to the desert

• Someone moved it there

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Emma and Noah are on a thrilling adventure to uncover ancient mysteries. Who among the following would they call to study fossils?

• Meteorologist

• Astronomer

• Paleontologist

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Imagine you're on a thrilling adventure with Aria, Sophia, and Priya, exploring an ancient land. What is an example of a body part from a creature you might discover that could turn into a fossil under the right conditions?

• tail

• beak

• mane

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During a lively classroom discussion, Daniel asked, "What magical substance is amber made from?"

• Stone

• Tar

• Tree sap

Why do scientists, like Charlotte and Henry, find amber to be a treasure trove when exploring ancient environments?

• Because amber is pretty to look at, just like Benjamin's art projects

• Because amber perfectly preserves the trapped organism, offering a glimpse into the past

• Because amber makes nice jewelry, which Charlotte loves to wear

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Hey there, dino detectives! Why do you think so many Tyrannosaurus rex fossils have been unearthed in the Western United States? Join Abigail, Luna, and Benjamin on this prehistoric quest!

• They were buried under mud and water of an ancient inland sea

• That's the only place paleontologists look for them

• They did not like cold climates

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Nora and Daniel are exploring the wonders of our planet. They come across a fascinating phenomenon that changes the Earth's surface very slowly over time. Which one of these is it?

• Landslide

• Volcanic eruption

• Weathering

• Earthquake

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Imagine you're on a thrilling adventure with David, Mia, and Mason, exploring the wonders of Earth's surface! Which one of these events is NOT a rapid change that could surprise you on your journey?

• Volcanic eruption

• Tsunami

• Earthquake

• Erosion

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Hey young explorers! Imagine you're on a journey to the center of the Earth with Nora, Ethan, and Maya. Can you tell us which layer of our planet is like a swirling sea of liquid iron and nickel?

• Mantle

• Crust

• Inner core

• Outer core

During a thrilling adventure to the center of the Earth, Scarlett, Isla, and Kai discovered something fascinating. Can you guess which layer of Earth they found to be the hottest?

• Mantle

• Crust

• Inner core

• Outer core