My Librarian is a Camel - Comprehension - Journeys

Front

What does the term 'arctic region' mean?

Back

A cold region near the North Pole.

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CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

Front

What is a 'caravan'?

Back

A group of camels carrying goods across a desert.

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CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

Front

Why are camels used to deliver books in Kenya?

Back

They can carry heavy loads and need little water.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

Front

What is the significance of the map of Canada in understanding its size?

Back

It shows how huge the nation of Canada is.

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CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.K.5

Front

What does the phrase 'candy books' refer to in Mongolia?

Back

The children think reading is 'sweeter' than candy.

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

Front

What is one reason why camels are economical for transportation?

Back

They can travel on roads that are impassable for cars.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

Front

What do the Northwest Territories of Canada represent?

Back

An arctic region.

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CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

Front

What is the role of a librarian in a library caravan?

Back

To pitch the tent and display the books on wooden shelves.

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CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

Front

What is a key characteristic of the Inuit communities in Canada?

Back

They are located in the Northwest Territories.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

Front

What is the main purpose of the library caravan in Bulla Iftin?

Back

To deliver books to children.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6