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Gray, large, have a trunk, tunks

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4.1 A story you read about African wildlife:

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4.1 A story you read about African wildlife:

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Jabari, an old elephant, led his herd to a watering hole that had dried up. The young elephants were worried, but Jabari knew of a secret, hidden valley with fresh water. After guiding them through the savanna, they reached the lush valley, where they drank and rested

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1.2 Things you know about African countries:

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1.2 Things you know about African countries:

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African countries are known for their diverse cultures, stunning wildlife, rich history, vibrant music, colorful traditions, unique landscapes, and incredible contributions to art and innovation

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2.2 A time when you were hot and what you did to cool off:

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2.2 A time when you were hot and what you did to cool off:

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The African elephant has large ears, which are ideal for cooling, and a low-set head

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2.1Things you have seen online about elephant

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2.1Things you have seen online about elephant

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Females are around

3 meters tall, with males growing up to a full meter taller

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deer

antelope

horse

cow

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Ivory has been used for piano keys, ornaments, jewelry, and sculptures

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5.2 Other endangered or vulnerable animals:

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5.2 Other endangered or vulnerable animals:

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Rhinos, tigers, pandas, and sea turtles are example of other animals that are endangered or vulnerable due to poaching, habitat loss, and climate change.

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2. If an animal is herbivorous, what does it eat?

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2. If an animal is herbivorous, what does it eat?

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They eat all kinds of plants.

African elephants are especially fond of leafy trees

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Poachers hunt elephants illegally for their ivory, threatening their survival

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"Matriarchal" refers to a social structure in which the females, particularly the oldest or most experienced female (the matriarch), are the leaders of the group. In the case of elephants, it means that the family is led by a female elephant, who takes on the role of guiding and protecting the family.

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7. The writer says that elephants are a threatened species. What do you think threatens their existence?

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7. The writer says that elephants are a threatened species. What do you think threatens their existence?

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elephants are a threatened species. Their numbers decreased throughout the 20th century, and today there are only about half a million left

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5. The writer notes that most African elephants have tusks, which they use to dig up food. How would you describe tusks?

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5. The writer notes that most African elephants have tusks, which they use to dig up food. How would you describe tusks?

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Tusks are large, long, and curved teeth that elephants use to dig up roots and perform other task.

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6 The writer mentions that savanna elephants live in open spaces in sub-Saharan Africa. From what you might know about the Sahara Desert, why do you think they don’t live in the northern part of Africa? 

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6 The writer mentions that savanna elephants live in open spaces in sub-Saharan Africa. From what you might know about the Sahara Desert, why do you think they don’t live in the northern part of Africa? 

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The Sahara Desert is extremely hot and dry, with very little vegetation and water, making it an inhospitable environment for animals like elephants.

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3.C- Given that elephants are herbivorous, what can you infer is NOT part of their diet?

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3.C- Given that elephants are herbivorous, what can you infer is NOT part of their diet?

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Elephants do not eat meat, as it is not part of a herbivorous diet.

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8. Which paragraph expresses the writer’s opinion about the number of African elephants? How does the writer feel?

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8. Which paragraph expresses the writer’s opinion about the number of African elephants? How does the writer feel?

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Paragraph 5 expresses the writer’s opinion about the number of African elephants. The writer is concerned because their population has decreased significantly, with only about half a million left, and they are classified as vulnerable.

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1C How many species of African elephants exist? Which one is more common?

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1C How many species of African elephants exist? Which one is more common?

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There are actually two species

of African elephant. The African savanna elephant, or

Loxodonta africana, is thelarger and more common of the two

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A few animals can live very long lives, surpassing the average lifespan of most other species. For example, the Galaspagos tortoise can live over 100 years, Koi fish can live up to 200 years, while the Greenland shark can live from 300 to 500 years. These animals all have special biological characteristics that help them live longer, such as slow metabolisms or a lack of dangerous factors in their environment.