Orangutan Reserve Selection Criteria

Scientist Kate guides third-grade students through a lesson on writing scientific arguments using evidence. The lesson focuses on evaluating evidence to determine the best island for an orangutan reserve. Students learn to differentiate between strong and weak evidence, understand the concept of a scientific argument, and collaboratively write an argument supporting Blue Island as the best choice. The lesson concludes with a reminder to collect local weather data and an introduction to the next chapter with Scientist Cynthia.

What is the main task of the lesson introduced by Scientist Kate?

• To understand the water cycle

• To study the life cycle of orangutans

• To compare islands to find the best reserve for orangutans

• To learn about different types of weather

Which island was initially decided as the best reserve based on strong evidence?

• Ark Island

• Blue Island

• Creek Island

• None of the above

Why can't Ark Island be recommended as the best reserve?

• It has too many predators

• It is too small

• It lacks precipitation data

• It is too cold

What are the two main components of a scientific argument?

• A claim and supporting evidence

• A question and an opinion

• A theory and a conclusion

• A claim and a hypothesis

What is the temperature of Blue Island according to the evidence?

• 95 degrees Fahrenheit

• 86 degrees Fahrenheit

• 96 degrees Fahrenheit

• 93 degrees Fahrenheit

How much rainfall does Blue Island receive in one day?

• 10 millimeters

• 38 millimeters

• 20 millimeters

• 50 millimeters

Why is Blue Island considered the best option for the orangutan reserve?

• It is the largest island

• It has the hottest and rainiest weather

• It is the closest to the mainland

• It has the most food resources

What is the purpose of adding a conclusion to a scientific argument?

• To add more questions

• To confuse the reader

• To restate the claim and wrap up the argument

• To introduce new evidence

What is the nickname of the city where Scientist Cynthia lives?

• The Windy City

• The City of Angels

• The Big Apple

• The Mile High City

What should students continue to collect for future lessons?

• Local weather data

• Local wildlife data

• Local plant data

• Local soil data