Gorongosa Activity and Tools

Mr. Wolf introduces a virtual activity on building food chains, food webs, and energy pyramids, which is based on an HHMI activity. The video guides students through using a Google Form to submit their work, identifying relationships using a Gorongosa card set, and constructing food chains and energy pyramids with Google Drawings. The activity is divided into three parts, each focusing on different aspects of ecosystem modeling. Students are encouraged to reach out via email if they have questions.

What is the main purpose of the Google Form in this activity?

• To chat with classmates

• To submit answers and drawings

• To download resources

• To watch video tutorials

What is the first step in Part 1 of the activity?

• Watch a video tutorial

• Submit the Google Form

• Open the Google Drawing

• Open the Gorongosa card set

Which of the following is NOT a card label mentioned in Part 1?

• Agriculture

• Drought

• Tourism

• Pollution

What is the purpose of using the Gorongosa card set?

• To watch videos

• To identify relationships

• To submit assignments

• To chat with classmates

What is the main task in Part 2 of the activity?

• Create a food web

• Submit the Google Form

• Build a food chain and energy pyramid

• Identify relationships

What tool is used to construct the food chain in Part 2?

• Google Docs

• Google Drawings

• Google Slides

• Google Sheets

In Part 3, what additional feature is used in Google Drawings?

• Arrow function

• Text box

• Image upload

• Color fill

What is the main focus of Part 3?

• Building a food chain

• Submitting the Google Form

• Creating a food web

• Identifying relationships

What should students do if they have questions about the activity?

• Search online

• Ask a classmate

• Email the teacher

• Post on social media

What is the final step in the activity?

• Submit the Google Form

• Email the teacher

• Build an energy pyramid

• Create a food web