Morning Starters: Summer1 - Critically Endangered
Did You Know?
Animal extinction occurs when a species disappears forever from Earth. This can happen due to habitat loss, climate change, or hunting. The extinction vortex theory explains how small populations become weaker over time, making survival harder. However, thanks to the dedicated efforts of conservationists, many species have made a comeback after being on the brink of extinction.
Word Challenge
Make a list of words and phrases that have a similar meaning to the word ‘extinction’.
Example:
Extermination, wiped out, …
Grammar Challenge
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What was the question, if this was the felinologist’s reply?
“Florida panthers have become one of most rare and endangered animals in the United States.”
Fact: A felinologist is a scientist who studies cats.
Number Challenge
Calculate the missing number in each of the following number sequences:
A) 144, 108, 72, ___ , 0
B) 496, 372, 248, ___ , 0
C) 48016, ___ , 2408, 1204, 0
Critical Thinking
Do you think some animals are more important to save than others? Why or why not?