saving the rainforest Flashcards
(13 cards)
What is the authors purpose for writing the story
The authors purpose is to inform us about saving the rainforest
The stories genre is
Expository Nonfiction
Did the author meet her purpose for writing the selection? Explain
Yes, because she included information on foods and medicenes that are discovered if the rainforest is saved
Why do you think the author included the Eco Thoughts in the selection?
She wanted to give the readers facts that are suprising and that give strong support to her point that the rainforest should be saved
What is a rain forest?
Rainforest are homes to nearly two thirds of the worlds plants and animals
List the 3 types of rain forests
Tropical, Cloud, Temperate
What kind of forest grows farther from the equator?
Temperate rain forests grow farther from the equator
What is the climate like in regions where the temperate rain forests are located.
The temperature is cooler in the temperate forest
In which types of forests are deciduous trees found?
Cloud Forests
What best supports the authors opinion that it is important for scientist to test rain forest plants?
The future of the rain forest is important to everyone
What is the main reason for large amounts of the rain forests being burned?
So huge companies can make money
Where are most tropical and cloud rain forests located?
Near the equator and tropical regions.
What does the diagram on pg 101 show?
Shows the effects of rain on a tropical rain forest without trees. The rain washes away the soil and mud clogs up the rivers.
