The teacher concludes the week with a final lesson on ecosystems, focusing on how environmental changes like floods and fires impact living things. A personal story about erosion is shared to illustrate these effects. Students are assigned to summarize their reading with pictures, emphasizing active reading and comprehension.

What was the main focus of the week's lessons?

• Mathematics and algebra

• Ecosystems and environmental changes

• History and ancient civilizations

• Art and design

How do floods impact prairie dogs in their ecosystem?

• They have no effect on prairie dogs

• They force prairie dogs to find higher ground

• They provide more food for prairie dogs

• They help prairie dogs build better homes

What natural event did the teacher experience in New Mexico?

• Monsoons

• Tornadoes

• Earthquakes

• Volcanic eruptions

What was the main challenge faced by the teacher during the monsoons?

• Preventing floodwater from entering the house

• Finding shelter

• Dealing with power outages

• Evacuating the area

What is one way human activities can affect ecosystems?

• By planting more trees

• By starting fires

• By conserving water

• By reducing pollution

What is a potential positive outcome of rapid changes in ecosystems?

• Increased pollution

• More frequent natural disasters

• Improved animal habitats

• New opportunities for plant growth

What is the assignment given to the students?

• Write an essay on ecosystems

• Conduct a science experiment

• Create a video presentation

• Summarize paragraphs with pictures

What should students focus on while reading the assigned pages?

• Memorizing every word

• Understanding and comprehending the material

• Reading as quickly as possible

• Ignoring the main ideas

What example did the teacher use to illustrate the impact of storms on ecosystems?

• A forest fire

• A drought

• A powerful storm affecting plants and animals

• An earthquake

What is the teacher's final message to the students?

• Avoid learning about ecosystems

• Ignore environmental changes

• Always focus on the negatives

• Find the positives in challenging situations