Bats

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What does the word inaccessible mean in the sentence below from paragraph 2?

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difficult to reach

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Which quote provides evidence to support the claim that the classification of bats is complex? Options: "Among the sounds which great the ear of the wayfarer...", "On looking up in search of the source of this peculiar sound...", "It is one of the curious groups of animals called bats...", "Nevertheless, their hairy bodies and leathery wings are so unlike..."

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"Nevertheless, their hairy bodies and leathery wings are so unlike..."

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What does the word systematist mean in the sentence below from paragraph 2?

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One who creates an order of categories

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How does the last sentence in paragraph 2 refine a key concept about bats?

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By illustrating how other languages have similar meanings for the word "bat"

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How does paragraph 3 contribute to the development of the idea of scientific classification of bats?

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It describes the specific characteristics that are used to classify bats as mammals.

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How does the author distinguish bats from whales and dolphins in paragraph 3?

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By showing how the bat has more mammalian traits than whales or dolphins.

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Which statement reflects the author's point of view about the bat's abilities?

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The author is fascinated that the bat can both walk and fly.

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Which statement provides an objective summary of the text? Options: Bats have been difficult to classify throughout history. A deeper understanding of the animals has led to their categorization as mammals that can fly like birds. , Bats have been studied extensively so that we can better understand their similarity to humans. This study is leading to treatments and cures for various diseases. , Bats are beautiful animals that are important to the global ecosystem. Efforts are being made to bring them back from the brink of extinction. , Bats are dangerous, bloodthirsty predators that spread rabies. Homes should be safeguarded against their inhabitation.

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Bats have been difficult to classify throughout history. A deeper understanding of the animals has led to their categorization as mammals that can fly like birds.

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What does the word "wayfarer" mean?

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A person who travels on foot

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What is the meaning of "peculiar"? The artist's style was considered peculiar by some, as it combined bright colors with abstract shapes that challenged traditional norms.

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Strange or unusual