Chap p pages 61,62,63 questions

What is the main idea of the passage about Achy-Breaky and the fossil discovery?

• The process of decomposition and recycling of atoms.

• The excitement of discovering a new dinosaur species.

• The importance of teamwork in scientific discoveries.

• The role of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

How does the author support the idea that atoms are recycled in nature?

• By describing the process of exhaling carbon dioxide.

• By explaining how Achy-Breaky's atoms could be in the air, soil, or water.

• By discussing the discovery of a new dinosaur species.

• By mentioning the scientific paper to be written.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.1

What does the term "decomposition" mean in the context of the passage?

• The process of discovering new fossils.

• The breakdown of compounds in a dead organism.

• The act of breathing in carbon dioxide.

• The excitement of finding a new species.

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CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

Explain the relationship between the discovery of the small dinosaur skull and the potential fame of the fossil campers.

• The discovery of the skull means the campers will become famous for their teamwork.

• The skull discovery is unrelated to the campers' fame.

• The campers will be famous because they found a new species on their own.

• The discovery of the skull will lead to a scientific paper with the campers' names.

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CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

What inference can be made about Dr. Forester's feelings towards the discovery?

• She is indifferent to the discovery.

• She is excited and eager to share the news.

• She is disappointed with the findings.

• She is worried about the accuracy of the discovery.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What does the phrase "atoms are no different if they are in something dead or in something alive" imply?

• Atoms change when an organism dies.

• Atoms remain the same regardless of their state.

• Atoms are only found in living organisms.

• Atoms disappear after decomposition.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

Summarize the process described in the passage that leads to the recycling of atoms.

• Atoms are created during decomposition and then disappear.

• Atoms are broken down and reused in the air, soil, or water.

• Atoms are only found in fossils and remain there.

• Atoms are destroyed when an organism dies.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

What evidence does Dr. Forester use to support the claim that the fossil is from a new species?

• The fossil was found in a unique location.

• The skull has features only found in adult dinosaurs.

• The fossil was larger than any known species.

• The fossil was found by the campers.

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CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RI.4.8

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RL.4.5

CCSS.RI.6.1

How does the author use the character of Tess to explain scientific concepts?

• Tess provides humorous anecdotes unrelated to science.

• Tess explains the recycling of atoms and decomposition.

• Tess focuses on the excitement of fossil discovery.

• Tess discusses the importance of teamwork.

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CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

What is the significance of the name "Fossilcampus fantasticum" suggested by Felix?

• It is a serious scientific name for the new species.

• It is a humorous suggestion reflecting the campers' excitement.

• It is the official name given to the fossil.

• It is a name that reflects the location of the discovery.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1