Card 1

"The Arctic tundra is a frozen desert. Under the top layer of soil is a thick layer of permanently frozen ground called permafrost, which prevents large trees from growing."

Question: What is the name of the frozen ground in the tundra?

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Card 2

"In the rainforest, the canopy is so thick that very little sunlight reaches the forest floor. Plants on the bottom level must have large, wide leaves to capture any stray beams of light."

Inference: Is it easy for small plants to grow on the rainforest floor? Why or why not?

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Card 3

"The African Savannah has two main seasons: wet and dry. During the dry season, many animals migrate long distances to find watering holes that haven't dried up yet."

Question: When do animals in the Savannah migrate to find water?

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Card 4

"Coral reefs are often called the 'rainforests of the sea.' Though they cover less than 1% of the ocean floor, they provide a home for about 25% of all known marine species."

Inference: Why is protecting coral reefs so important for the ocean's health?

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Card 5

"Mangrove trees are uniquely adapted to live in salty coastal water. Their tangled roots stick out of the water to 'breathe' air and also trap sediment to build up new land."

Question: Name two things the tangled roots of mangrove trees do.

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Card 6

"The taiga, or boreal forest, consists mostly of coniferous trees like pines and spruces. These trees have needles instead of leaves to shed heavy snow and prevent water loss."

Inference: What kind of weather is common in the taiga? Support with a quote.

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Card 7

"Deciduous forests are known for their four distinct seasons. Trees in these forests lose their leaves in the fall to save energy during the cold winter months."

Question: Why do deciduous trees drop their leaves in the autumn?

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Card 8

"In the deep ocean, there is no sunlight. Creatures like the anglerfish create their own light through a process called bioluminescence to lure prey or find mates."

Inference: Why is bioluminescence a necessary adaptation for deep-sea fish?

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Card 9

"Temperate grasslands, like the North American prairies, have rich soil. This makes them ideal for farming crops like wheat, corn, and oats."

Question: What are three crops that are often grown in grasslands?

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Card 10

"Fast-moving rivers have high oxygen levels. Fish living in these currents, like trout, have streamlined bodies that help them swim against the strong flow of water."

Inference: Would a fish with a large, floppy body survive well in a fast river? Quote evidence.

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