Exploring Hidden Creatures and Science

What is the author's purpose in the passage about cryptozoology?

• To entertain readers with fictional stories about hidden animals

• To inform readers about the study of hidden animals and its significance

• To persuade readers to believe in the existence of bigfoot

• To criticize the scientific community for ignoring cryptozoology

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RL.4.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

Based on the passage, what evidence supports the existence of bigfoot?

• Photographs of footprints and broken branches

• Scientific experiments conducted in laboratories

• Eyewitness accounts from around the world

• Historical records from ancient civilizations

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CCSS.RI.4.8

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RL.4.5

CCSS.RL.6.1

Summarize the main idea of the passage about newly discovered animals.

• Scientists have discovered new species of animals, including primates and spiders, in recent years.

• Cryptozoology is a controversial field that studies hidden animals.

• Bigfoot is a legendary creature that many people believe exists.

• Black holes are invisible but scientifically valid theories.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

How does the author use text structure to convey the message about scientific discovery?

• By listing various animals discovered in chronological order

• By comparing the discovery of new animals to the exploration of space

• By describing the process of scientific inquiry and its importance

• By narrating a personal story of encountering a hidden animal

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

What reasoning does the author provide to support the belief in bigfoot's existence?

• Bigfoot has been captured on video multiple times.

• Theories about bigfoot are based on observations and evidence, similar to black holes.

• Bigfoot is a well-documented species in scientific literature.

• Many people have claimed to see bigfoot in different parts of the world.

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CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RL.4.5

CCSS.RL.6.1

What strategic thinking is required to understand the significance of cryptozoology in the passage?

• Identifying the main characters in the passage

• Analyzing how cryptozoology contributes to our understanding of the natural world

• Memorizing the names of newly discovered animals

• Listing the steps of the scientific method

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CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

How does the author use evidence to support the claim that new animals are discovered regularly?

• By providing a list of animals that were once considered legends

• By describing the process of discovering the Trogloraptor spider

• By explaining the role of cryptozoologists in finding new species

• By comparing the discovery of new animals to historical events

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CCSS.RI.4.8

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RL.4.5

CCSS.RL.6.1

Paraphrase the author's explanation of why theories about bigfoot are scientifically valid.

• Theories about bigfoot are based on myths and legends passed down through generations.

• Theories about bigfoot are formed through careful observations and reasoning, similar to other scientific theories.

• Theories about bigfoot are supported by numerous eyewitness accounts and folklore.

• Theories about bigfoot are created by cryptozoologists to entertain the public.

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CCSS.RI.4.8

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

What is the strategic importance of skepticism in scientific inquiry, as discussed in the passage?

• It prevents scientists from making any new discoveries.

• It encourages scientists to question and test their assumptions, leading to smarter conclusions.

• It allows scientists to dismiss unproven theories without consideration.

• It ensures that only proven facts are accepted in the scientific community.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

Analyze how the author's use of examples contributes to the overall message of the passage.

• The examples illustrate the diversity of newly discovered species and emphasize the ongoing nature of scientific discovery.

• The examples highlight the dangers of exploring unknown territories and discourage further exploration.

• The examples focus on the failures of past scientific endeavors and suggest a need for new methods.

• The examples provide a humorous take on the idea of hidden animals and entertain the reader.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2