World of Water
Penguins
Egypt
Mars
Small Cities
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What graphic feature is shown on page 22? What clues lead you to that feature?
It is a DIAGRAM because it has LABELS pointing to the ILLUSTRATION, which shows the information.
100
What graphic feature is shown on page 10-11? What clues help you out?
The graphic feature is a MAP because it has locations and sections (land and water).
100
Using the map on page 5, what countries border Egypt?
The countries that border Egypt are Libya and Sudan.
100
Using the diagram on page 5, how many planets are between the Sun and Mars? What are their names?
There are 3 planets, which are: Mercury, Venus, and Earth.
100
What graphic feature can you find on page 22? What clues help you out?
On page 22, you can find a table because there are rows and columns.
200
What does the white coloring represent on the map on page 17?
The white coloring represents the GLACIERS and ICE SHEETS because it tells us that in the MAP KEY.
200
What type of body does a penguin have that enables them to swim easier? p. 9
The penguin has a STREAMLINED body that helps it swim easier.
200
How long is the Nile River?
The Nile River is 4,132 miles long.
200
Using the timeline on page 30, what is the planned year that humans will travel to Mars?
In 2015, they are planning for humans to travel to Mars.
200
In what year did South Bend have the highest population using the graph on page 19?
South Bend had the highest population in 1950, with 116,000 people.
300
Using the diagram on page 22, what lies underneath the water?
Underneath Lake Vostok is a layer of sediment.
300
Using the map on page 10-11, what continent can you find Emperor Penguins?
You can find Emperor Penguins on Antarctica.
300
Using the map on page 5, which two bodies of water touch Egypt?
The Mediterranean Sea and the Rea Sea touch Egypt.
300
How long are seasons on Mars compared to Earth? p. 11
The seasons on Mars are twice as long as Earth's seasons.
300
What is a city you can find in Florida? How do you know?
You can find St. Augustine in Florida because if you find Florida (FL), St. Augustine is on the Northeast part of the state.
400
What is the planet's freshwater frozen into? p. 17
The planet's freshwater is frozen into ice sheets and glacier.
400
Looking on page nine, what two body parts does the penguin use to help them steer in the water?
Penguins use their legs and tail to help them steer in the water.
400
Where were the Pharaohs buried when they died during the New Kingdom?
During the New Kingdom, the Pharaohs were buried in the VALLEY OF THE KINGS.
400
Using the table on page 11, what gases make up the atmosphere of the Earth?
The gases are Nitrogen, Oxygen, Argon, and a lot of water vapor.
400
What is the difference between the temperature in January and July in St. Augustine? p. 22
The difference is 30 degrees. 82 (July) - 52 (January) = 30
500
What is the difference in height between Mauna Kea and Mount Everest? p. 19
The difference is 4,430 33,465 - 29,035 = 4,430
500
Which type of penguin can you find closest to the Equator?
You can find the Galapagos Penguins close to the Equator.
500
What took place during the year 1330 BC? p. 29
Egypt was ruled by King Tutankhamun in 1330 BC?
500
What is the difference in width between the Valles Marineris and the Grand Canyon? p. 7
The difference in width is 132 miles. 150 (Valles Marineris) - 18 (Grand Canyon) = 132 miles
500
Using the graph on page 11, what is the difference between the highest population and the lowest population in Boulder, Colorado?
The difference is 89,000. 95,000 (highest) - 6,000 (lowest) = 89,000 people.
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