Comprehension 1
What is the main topic of the article?
How Direwolves have been brought back from extinction
Why are dire wolves well-known in popular culture?
Because they were shown in the popular TV Show
Game of Thrones
What does the word "extinct" mean in the sentence “The dire wolf, a species that went extinct…”?
No longer exists.
When did dire wolves go extinct?
About 12,500 years ago.
Who is Romulus, Remus, and Khaleesi in the the article?
They are the names of the genetically engineered dire wolf pups.
In the context of the article, what does "de-extinct" mean?
Bringing an extinct species back to life.
What made dire wolves different from modern grey wolves in terms of appearance?
They were more muscular, had broader heads, thicker legs, and a stockier build.
What caused the extinction of dire wolves, according to the article?
Loss of prey and human hunting.
What does “trait” mean in “traits such as larger size…”?
A characteristic or feature.
How did scientists create the dire wolf pups?
By editing grey wolf DNA and implanting embryos into dogs.
What ethical questions might arise from projects like this?
Concerns about animal welfare, playing God, and ecological balance.
What does “evolved” mean
Changed or developed over time.
Why did Colossal choose to work on bringing back the dire wolf?
To showcase genetic engineering and support conservation.
What technology did scientists use to bring dire wolf traits back?
CRISPR gene-editing technology.
What does “predator” mean
An animal that hunts other animals.