Wit & Wisdom Module 2 Vocabulary

What are some examples of impacts that can result from human activity?

• Deforestation

• Urbanization

• Pollution

• Natural disasters

What is a large flat area of grassland called?

• prairie

• desert

• forest

• mountain

What is a group of people with the same background, language, and culture called?

• tribe

• nation

• community

• clan

What term describes someone who goes to live in a new place?

• migrant

• settler

• tourist

• refugee

What are some modern examples of nomadic groups?

• Mongolian herders, Bedouins, and some Indigenous peoples.

• Urban dwellers in major cities.

• Farmers in rural areas.

• Permanent residents of national parks.

What does it mean to have an impact?

• To cause change.

• To remain the same.

• To avoid consequences.

• To create confusion.

What are the advantages of a nomadic lifestyle?

• Flexibility in resource use

• Permanent settlement and stability

• Limited cultural interactions

• Dependence on a single resource

What is the significance of a prairie in an ecosystem?

• Prairies are primarily used for agriculture and livestock grazing.

• Prairies support diverse plant and animal life and play a crucial role in carbon storage.

• Prairies are known for their high levels of rainfall and dense forests.

• Prairies have no significant impact on the environment.

What challenges do settlers face when moving to a new area?

• Adapting to new environments

• Finding suitable housing

• Establishing resources

• Learning a new language

What role do tribes play in preserving cultural heritage?

• They create new languages and practices.

• They maintain traditions, languages, and practices that contribute to cultural diversity.

• They focus solely on economic development.

• They have no significant impact on cultural heritage.