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Using commas in a series is the focus of this quiz, built especially to test students' knowledge of this important punctuation mark. Students are first given a working definition of a comma, then asked to identify which sentence features the correct use of the comma. Built especially with second to fourth graders in mind, this quiz can help to build and assess students' confidence with commas.

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Why do we write contractions?

Contractions are used during informal, casual writing, and speaking. They are used as a way of speaking quickly and more fluidly.

It is important to know when to use contractions. Contractions should only be used when writing is informal. Contractions should not be used in academic or other types of formal writing.

Apostrophes

Apostrophes are a form of punctuation. They have many uses, one of which is to help with forming contractions.

In the elongated version of phrases, we leave words just as they are, such as "Do not touch."

In a contraction, we use an apostrophe to signify that letters have been taken out: "Don't touch."

It is important to place the apostrophe in the correct place in the contraction.

Contractions with the verb "To Be"

Contractions with verb conjugations of the verb "to be" are some of the easiest and most straightforward. They mostly just require removing one or two letters and inserting an apostrophe.
Verb conjugations:
I am

Cross out the "a" and replace it with an apostrophe. Bring the letters together so it forms one word.

Contracted form = I'm

The contraction for "I am" is "I'm."

Repeat this for the rest of the "to be" conjugations. Simply remove the first letter of the second word and replace with an apostrophe.

It is important to always remember to write the apostrophe when forming a contraction.
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A contraction consists of two words that are combined to form one word. The verb 'contract' means 'to decrease in size.' When we write contractions, we are decreasing the word size. Contractions are used during informal, casual writing, and speaking. They are used as a way of speaking quickly and more fluidly.

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At an average height of around 5 m (16-18 ft.), the giraffe is the tallest land animal in the world.

Characterized by its long legs, long neck, and distinctive spotted pattern, many people first believed the giraffe was a cross between a leopard and a camel, which is reflected in its scientific name, Giraffa camelopardalis.

Giraffes live primarily in savanna areas in the sub-Saharan region of Africa. Their extreme height allows them to eat leaves and shoots located much higher than other animals can reach. In particular, they seek out acacia trees. Their long tongues are helpful in eating because they help pull leaves from the trees. Spending most of the day eating, a full-grown giraffe consumes over 45 kg (100 lb.) of leaves and twigs a day.

The male giraffe is both taller and heavier than the female. Both sexes have skin-covered knobs, called ossicones, on the top of their heads. Female ossicones are smaller and have a small tuft of fur on top, while male ossicones are bald on the top. These knobs are used to protect the head when males fight, which involves swinging their necks at each other in a show of strength called "necking."

When giraffes walk, they move both legs on one side of their body and then both legs on the other side, which is unusual. However, they run in a similar style to other mammals, swinging their rear legs and front legs in unison. They can reach 55 km/h (35 mph) at full speed but only in brief spurts.

Giraffes sleep less than two hours a day. In general, they sleep with their feet tucked under them and their head resting on their hindquarters, but they can also sleep for short periods of time standing up.

Female giraffes can become pregnant at 5 years old. They carry a baby for 15 months and give birth while standing up. Newborns are about 2 m (6 ft.) tall and weigh 70 kg (150 lb.).

They live up to 25 years in the wild.

Conservation Status

Giraffes are classified by IUCN's Red List as vulnerable of extinction. After researchers surveyed the population in trucks, by foot, by aircraft, and by remote cameras, they confirmed the number of giraffes has plummeted 40% since 1985. With some subspecies, such as the reticulated giraffe, the situation is even more dire, with their population declining by nearly 80%.

Giraffes face several threats, including loss of habitat due to logging for firewood. They are also hunted for their meat, hides, and tails, which are valued by many African tribes.

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To help preserve giraffe populations, boycott products made with giraffe body parts and encourage others to do the same.

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"Killer bees" have a nasty name and a bad reputation. Do they deserve it? Or are they just doing what comes naturally?

Scientists have a joke about killer bees: How can you tell the difference between a regular honeybee hive and a "killer" bee hive? Kick the hive and see how far you run!

"Regular bees might buzz you for 100 feet or so," explains insect expert Margaret McMichael. "But 'killer' bees might chase you for two miles!"

Killer bees first flew into the U.S. in 1990. Since then, they've attacked more than 200 victims, killing two. Some people say the bees are brutal - but should you believe it? Read on and decide for yourself.

The Buzz on Killer Bees

A killer-bee sting is no more deadly than a regular bee sting. All honeybees have venom (poison) in their stingers. "Five hundred bee stings hold as much poison as a rattlesnake bite," says Margaret. People who are allergic to bee venom can die from just one sting. But most people can tolerate hundreds.

In many ways, killer bees also behave like regular honeybees. "All bees attack when they think their hive is in danger," says Margaret. To a bee, any sound or sudden motion can signal danger - like a bear or hyena out to steal honey.

But some differences in behavior make killer bees more deadly. Compared to ordinary honeybees, killer bees have:

Quick triggers: It takes very little to get killer bees riled up. "They can sense you walking from about two car-lengths away," says Margaret.

Big colonies: Hives can hold more than 50,000 bees. So lots of bees answer an alarm signal!

Staying power: "A cloud of bees once followed me for 20 minutes," remembers Margaret. "Luckily, there were no holes in my bee suit!"

Living With Killer Bees

"I don't think it's possible to stop the bees altogether," says Margaret. So people are learning ways to get along with them. Here's what South American beekeepers do:

Avoid loud noises and sudden movements.

Work at night: It's cooler and bees are less active.

Smoke them out: "Smoke makes them think their house is on fire," says Margaret. "To get energy to fly away, they swallow a bellyful of honey. It's hard to sting with a full belly!"

As the bees move north, people in their path learn ways to avoid being stung. "It's best to leave them alone," says Margaret. If all else fails, cover your head and run for shelter!

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