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What does "illegal" mean?
Something that is against the law.
What material are some bracelets illegally made from?
Ivory or turtle shells.
Who is a "poacher"?
A person who hunts animals illegally.
What protects sea turtles from danger?
Their hard shell.
Are souvenirs made from turtle shells legal?
No, because turtles are endangered species.
What is another name for items made of elephant tusks?
Ivory
Which of these is NOT legal to buy?
a) a silk scarf
b) an ivory bracelet
c) a wooden statue
An ivory bracelet
In which regions are souvenirs made from sea turtle shells popular?
In Indonesia and the Caribbean.
What is the main reason not to buy illegal souvenirs?
To protect animals and nature.
From which animals are shells used to make souvenirs?
Sea turtles.
Why is it dangerous to buy illegal souvenirs?
It supports animal extinction and illegal trade.
Why do people in East Asia value coral jewerly?
They believe that coral can help cure various illnesses.
What are elephants mainly hunted for?
For their tusks to make ivory.
What are some treats to coral reefs?
Pollution and climate change.
Why shouldn`t you buy items made of ivory?
Because they come from elephants that are killed illegally, leading to their extinction.
How do people obtain coral for jewerly?
They dive into reefs and break off pieces of coral.
What is coral?
These are the most beautiful natural organisms.
What are turtle shells used for?
To make jewerly and souvenirs.
What is the main reason people buy illegal souvenirs?
They think they`re supporting the local tribesmen.
What are the two main threats to coral reefs mentioned in the text?
Global warming and coral poaching.