CKLA Paper Unit 4 Eureka 4th Grade

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What were the main ingredients used by Cai Lun in his paper-making experiment?

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Tree bark, old cloth, rope, and fishing nets.

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How did Cai Lun create the first sheets of paper?

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By boiling the materials and drying the paste.

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Which material was commonly used as a writing surface in ancient Egypt?

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Papyrus.

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How did the invention of paper change the spread of knowledge?

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It enabled the recording and sharing of information.

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What impact did paper have on education?

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It enabled billions of people to learn to read.

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What is papyrus?

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A writing surface made from the pith of the papyrus plant, used in ancient Egypt.

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Who is Cai Lun?

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A Chinese inventor credited with the invention of paper around 105 AD.

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What is the significance of paper in history?

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Paper revolutionized communication, record-keeping, and education.

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What is the process of making paper from tree bark?

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The bark is boiled, pounded into a pulp, and then dried into sheets.

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What are some modern uses of paper?

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Books, newspapers, packaging, and art.