Parrots Over Puerto Rico

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What is the main purpose of the Puerto Rican Parrot Recovery Program?

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To protect and save Puerto Rican parrots.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

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How have hurricanes affected Puerto Rican parrots?

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They have blown down the trees where the birds lived.

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What does 'discarded' mean in the context of the passage?

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Set aside because they were no longer wanted.

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CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

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What two main ideas does the passage mostly explore?

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The history of Puerto Rico and Puerto Rican parrots.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

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What problems have people caused for Puerto Rican parrots?

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People have hunted parrots and destroyed their nests.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

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What is the habitat of the Puerto Rican parrot?

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The rainforests of Puerto Rico.

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Why are Puerto Rican parrots considered endangered?

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Due to habitat loss, hunting, and natural disasters.

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What role do scientists play in the recovery of Puerto Rican parrots?

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They study the parrots and implement recovery programs.

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

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What is the significance of El Yunque for Puerto Rican parrots?

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It is a natural habitat where they can thrive.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.1

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How do hurricanes impact the ecosystem of Puerto Rico?

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They can destroy habitats and food sources for wildlife.