Florida’s Environment - Somerset St. Lucie · 2018-12-02 · wetlands, lakes, and rivers. The Everglades begin south of Orlando and go to almost the southern tip of the state. This
Ecotourism Everyone Wins Passage B - Medium (5th Grade) 15 - 16
Ecotourism Everyone Wins Passage C - High (6th Grade) 17 - 18
Ecotourism Everyone Wins Passage Reading Comprehension amp Short Response Questions
19 - 20
Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply Passage A ndash Low (4th Grade) 21 - 22
Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply Passage B - Medium (5th Grade) 23 - 24
Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply Passage C - High (6th Grade) 25 - 26
Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply Passage Reading Comprehension amp Short Response Questions (Need to read 2-3 texts for final question)
27 - 28
Answer Key for Reading Comprehension amp Short Response Questions 29 - 30
Environmental Prompt Extended Writing Response 31
InformativeExplanatory Writing Rubric 32
Testing Cover Sheet 33
Bubble Sheet for Reading Comprehension Tests 34
Final Essay Blank Writing Page 35
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What is included in this product
PassagesTexts in 3 Lexile Levels
1 The Everglades An Endangered Habitat Passage ndash in 3 levels2 Ecotourism Everyone Wins Passage ndash in 3 levels3 Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply Passage ndash in 3 levels
Reading Comprehension amp Short Response Questions
1 6 RC and 2 short response questions for The Everglades An Endangered Habitat Passage
2 6 RC and 2 short response questions for Ecotourism Everyone Wins Passage
3 6 RC and 2 short response questions for Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply Passage
4 Answer Key for all questions
Extended Writing Prompts
1 Environmental Extended Writing Response
Other Pages
1 Standards Covered by this Product2 Testing Cover Page3 Testing BubbleAnswer Sheet4 Opinion Writing Rubric5 Final Essay Blank Writing Paper
This product was designed to help teachers practice for state writing exams that require students to use multiple passagestexts as sources
The texts are written between Lexile Levels 710 ndash 960 so teachers can select the level that best fits the needs of their students
In order to make this product more flexible for teachers reading comprehension and short response questions are also included for each passage One extended writing prompt is provided Teachers can choose between 1-3 reading texts for the extended writing piece
What standards are met by this product
Common Core State StandardsFlorida State Standards
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI41 LAFS4RI11Refer to details and examples in a text when explaining what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI42 LAFS4RI12Determine the main idea of a text and explain how it is supported by key details summarize the text
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI43 LAFS4RI13Explain events procedures ideas or concepts in a historical scientific or technical text including what happened and why based on specific information in the text
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI44 LAFS4RI24Determine the meaning of general academic and domain-specific words or phrases in a text relevant to a grade 4 topic or subject area
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI45 LAFS4RI25Describe the overall structure (eg chronology comparison causeeffect problemsolution) of events ideas concepts or information in a text or part of a text
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI47 LAFS4RI37Interpret information presented visually orally or quantitatively (eg in charts graphs diagrams time lines animations or interactive elements on Web pages) and explain how the information contributes to an understanding of the text in which it appears
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI48 LAFS4RI38Explain how an author uses reasons and evidence to support particular points in a text
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI49 LAFS4RI39Integrate information from two texts on the same topic in order to write or speak about the subject knowledgeably (If using multiple texts)
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI410 LAFS4RI410By the end of year read and comprehend informational texts including historysocial studies science and technical texts in the grades 4-5 text complexity band proficiently with scaffolding as needed at the high end of the range
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI51 LAFS5RI11Quote accurately from a text when explaining what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI52 LAFS5RI12Determine two or more main ideas of a text and explain how they are supported by key details summarize the text
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI53 LAFS5RI13Explain the relationships or interactions between two or more individuals events ideas or concepts in a historical scientific or technical text based on specific information in the text (Extended Writing Test)
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI54 LAFS5RI24Determine the meaning of general academic and domain-specific words and phrases in a text relevant to a grade 5 topic or subject area
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI55 LAFS5RI25Compare and contrast the overall structure (eg chronology comparison causeeffect problemsolution) of events ideas concepts or information in two or more texts (Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply Reading Tests ndash need to use 2 passages)
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI57 LAFS5RI37Draw on information from multiple print or digital sources demonstrating the ability to locate an answer to a question quickly or to solve a problem efficiently (If using multiple texts)
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI58 LAFS5RI38Explain how an author uses reasons and evidence to support particular points in a text identifying which reasons and evidence support which point(s)
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI59 LAFS5RI39Integrate information from several texts on the same topic in order to write or speak about the subject knowledgeably
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI510 LAFS5RI410By the end of the year read and comprehend informational texts including historysocial studies science and technical texts at the high end of the grades 4-5 text complexity band independently and proficiently
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Name __________________Date __________________
The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Florida is home to The Everglades National Park The Everglades are the largest subtropical wetland ecosystem in North America It is formed by a series of wetlands lakes and rivers The Everglades begin south of Orlando and go to almost the southern tip of the state This area includes many types of habitats Some of the habitats are prairies mangroves and marshland The Everglades are home to 67 threatened or endangered species In addition the park contains a huge variety of wildlife
Problems in the Everglades
Today the Everglades are only half of their original size During the 20th century developers drained the waters The land was used for building and agriculture People cut down the forests to use as wood Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views In addition animal species were overhunted This upset the animal populations in the ecosystem
The ecosystem of the Everglades continues to be stressed by a different factors South Floridarsquos population has grown to over seven million people Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply The pollution causes mercury to build up This poisons the wildlife
One in three Floridians gets their water from the Everglades Fresh water is taken from the Everglades On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the water In other
An alligator rests in the Everglades
___________________________1 desalinate to remove salt from seawater
Chart1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
300
350
40
50
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Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
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areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to cities This prevents the water from flowing into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be restored The low water levels affect the wildlife populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is low This kill small animals that are eaten by wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens Some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals have escaped or are released into the Everglades They often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created They will capture polluted water before it reaches the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed This allows freshwater to flow back into the ecosystem However progress has been slow The Everglades continue to be considered an endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
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Name __________________Date __________________
The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Florida is home to The Everglades National Park The Everglades are the largest
subtropical wetland ecosystem in North America It is formed by a series of wetlands
lakes and rivers It begins south of Orlando
and continues to almost the southern tip of
the state This area includes many types of
habitats including prairies mangroves
marshland woods and Florida Bay The
Everglades are home to 67 threatened or
endangered species In addition the park
contains a huge variety of wildlife including
fish mammals birds and reptiles
Problems in the Everglades
Today the Everglades are only half of their original size During the 20th century
developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture People
cut down the forests to use as wood Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean
views In addition animal species were overhunted This upset the animal populations in
the ecosystem
The ecosystem of the Everglades continues to be
stressed by a number of factors South Floridarsquos
population has grown to over seven million people
Land near the park continues to be developed to
support the population growth Pollution from these
developed areas affects the Everglades For example
fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply
This pollution causes mercury to build up which
poisons the wildlife
One in three Floridians gets their water from the Everglades Fresh water is taken from
the Everglades in different ways On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the water
An alligator rests in the Everglades
___________________________1 desalinate to remove salt from seawater
Chart1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
300
350
40
50
Sheet1
Sheet1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
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Name __________________Date __________________
In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to cities This prevents the water from flowing into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be restored The low water levels affect the wildlife populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is low This kills the small animals that are eaten by wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting ecosystems in the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens Some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have adapted to the habitat and spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals have escaped or are released into the Everglades They often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created They will capture contaminated water before it reaches the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed This allows freshwater to flow back into the ecosystem However progress has been slow The Everglades continue to be considered an endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
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Name __________________Date __________________
The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Florida is home to The Everglades National Park The Everglades are the largest
subtropical wetland ecosystem in North America It is formed by a series of wetlands
lakes and rivers that begin south of Orlando and continue to almost the southern tip of
the state This area includes many types of
habitats including freshwater and coastal
prairies mangroves marshland pine and
cypress woods and Florida Bay The
Everglades are home to 67 threatened or
endangered species In addition the park
contains a huge variety of wildlife including
fish mammals birds and reptiles
Problems in the Everglades
Today the Everglades are only half of their original size During the 20th century
developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture People
cut down the forests to use as wood Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean
views In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in the
ecosystem
The ecosystem of the Everglades continues to be
stressed by a number of factors South Floridarsquos
population has grown to over seven million people
Land near the park continues to be developed to
support the population growth Pollution from these
developed areas affects the Everglades For example
fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply
This pollution causes mercury to build up which
poisons the wildlife
One in three Floridians gets their water from the Everglades Fresh water is taken from
the Everglades in different ways On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the water
An alligator rests in the Everglades
___________________________1 desalinate to remove salt from seawater
Chart1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
300
350
40
50
Sheet1
Sheet1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
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Name __________________Date __________________
In other areas levees canals and pumping stations
are used to direct water to cities ndash instead of flowing
into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be
restored The low water levels affect the wildlife
populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more
easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is
low This kills the small animals that are eaten by
wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting ecosystems in the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens and some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have adapted to the habitat and spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals that have escaped into the Everglades often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread throughout the area These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located
on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil
Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the
Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created
to captured contaminated water before it reaches
the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed
This allows freshwater to flow back into the
ecosystem However progress has been slow The
Everglades continue to be considered an
endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Reading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Use the article The Everglades An Endangered Habitat to answer the following questions
1 Why did the author most likely write this article Select the best choiceA To inform readers of problems in the EvergladesB To persuade people to save the EvergladesC To entertain the reader
D To explain how to protect the Everglades
2 Which of the following is NOT a cause of water problems in the Everglades
A The population of south Florida depends upon resources from the
Everglades
B Fertilizer from surrounding farms causes pollution
C Non-native animals often do not have natural predators in the
Everglades
D Climate change is causing sea levels to rise
3 Which type of evidence does the author use most in the article
A Opinions
B Facts
C Personal Experience
D Common Knowledge
4 Based on the graph which type of animal has the fewest species in the
Everglades
A Fish
B Birds
C Reptiles
D Mammals
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5 Read the quotation below Which word could be used in place of the bold-faced word Select the best choice
A Foreign
B Different
C Strange
D Weird
6 Which of the following would be another good title for this articleA The Everglades Saving a Unique Habitat
B The Waters of the Everglades
C The Crisis in the Everglades
D The Everglades Floridarsquos Wetland
7 Why did the author include a picture of an airboat in the article
ldquoNon-native plants and animals are also affecting the Evergladesrdquo
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have supported
ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group says that ecotourism
should
- have little impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for the environment
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is a top tourist destination Many people know Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom gets a lot of
visitors However did you know even more people visit Floridarsquos state parks More than
20 million people visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17
million visitors each year
Florida is perfect for ecotourism Eighty percent of visitors spend time outdoors
Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife They also enjoy outdoor sports
such as canoeing and hiking___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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5
6
9
17
20
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Water Usage in Florida
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps protect many sites in Florida There are many amazing places located
here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys have the worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of beach
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the statersquos only dry cavern
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee These fees help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism helps hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
statersquos Green Lodging Program asks hotels to save
natural resources A ldquogreenrdquo hotel must recycle and conserve water It must also use
energy wisely In addition they must reduce waste The state promotes these hotels to
visitors
Everyone Benefits
You know ecotourism protects our resources Did you know that it also helps Floridians
Many people work in ecotourism or related jobs Floridarsquos fishing industry creates more
than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged people to
use ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group states that ecotourism
should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the most visited attractions However did you know
that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists visit
Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17 million visitors each year
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism The Science and Environment
Council of Southwest Florida studies tourism It states that eighty percent of visitors
spend time outdoors Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife Outdoor
sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
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Sheet1
Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Name ___________________Date _____________________
Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect many of Floridarsquos special habitats There are many amazing
places located here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys are home to worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is also
home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only dry cavern in Florida
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats For example
state and national parks have a small entrance fee Part
of these fees are used to help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources A hotel must recycle and conserve water to join the program It
must also be energy efficient and reduce waste These hotels are promoted to visitors
as a ldquogreenrdquo hotels
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to
the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged travelers
to support ecotourism According to The International
Ecotourism Society ecotourism should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the worldrsquos most visited attractions However did you
know that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists
visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 compared to 17 million visitors to the Magic Kingdom
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism According to Science and
Environment Council of Southwest Florida eighty percent of visitors participate in
outdoor recreation during their stay Nearly half of all visitors go to the beach or view
wildlife Outdoor sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
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Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
Sheet2
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
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Item Page
What is included in this product 3
What standards are covered by this product 4
The Everglades An Endangered Habitat Passage A ndash Low (4th Grade) 5 - 6
The Everglades An Endangered Habitat Passage B - Medium (5th Grade) 7 - 8
The Everglades An Endangered Habitat Passage C - High (6th Grade) 9 - 10
The Everglades An Endangered Habitat Passage Reading Comprehension amp Short Response Questions
Ecotourism Everyone Wins Passage B - Medium (5th Grade) 15 - 16
Ecotourism Everyone Wins Passage C - High (6th Grade) 17 - 18
Ecotourism Everyone Wins Passage Reading Comprehension amp Short Response Questions
19 - 20
Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply Passage A ndash Low (4th Grade) 21 - 22
Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply Passage B - Medium (5th Grade) 23 - 24
Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply Passage C - High (6th Grade) 25 - 26
Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply Passage Reading Comprehension amp Short Response Questions (Need to read 2-3 texts for final question)
27 - 28
Answer Key for Reading Comprehension amp Short Response Questions 29 - 30
Environmental Prompt Extended Writing Response 31
InformativeExplanatory Writing Rubric 32
Testing Cover Sheet 33
Bubble Sheet for Reading Comprehension Tests 34
Final Essay Blank Writing Page 35
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What is included in this product
PassagesTexts in 3 Lexile Levels
1 The Everglades An Endangered Habitat Passage ndash in 3 levels2 Ecotourism Everyone Wins Passage ndash in 3 levels3 Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply Passage ndash in 3 levels
Reading Comprehension amp Short Response Questions
1 6 RC and 2 short response questions for The Everglades An Endangered Habitat Passage
2 6 RC and 2 short response questions for Ecotourism Everyone Wins Passage
3 6 RC and 2 short response questions for Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply Passage
4 Answer Key for all questions
Extended Writing Prompts
1 Environmental Extended Writing Response
Other Pages
1 Standards Covered by this Product2 Testing Cover Page3 Testing BubbleAnswer Sheet4 Opinion Writing Rubric5 Final Essay Blank Writing Paper
This product was designed to help teachers practice for state writing exams that require students to use multiple passagestexts as sources
The texts are written between Lexile Levels 710 ndash 960 so teachers can select the level that best fits the needs of their students
In order to make this product more flexible for teachers reading comprehension and short response questions are also included for each passage One extended writing prompt is provided Teachers can choose between 1-3 reading texts for the extended writing piece
What standards are met by this product
Common Core State StandardsFlorida State Standards
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI41 LAFS4RI11Refer to details and examples in a text when explaining what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI42 LAFS4RI12Determine the main idea of a text and explain how it is supported by key details summarize the text
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI43 LAFS4RI13Explain events procedures ideas or concepts in a historical scientific or technical text including what happened and why based on specific information in the text
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI44 LAFS4RI24Determine the meaning of general academic and domain-specific words or phrases in a text relevant to a grade 4 topic or subject area
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI45 LAFS4RI25Describe the overall structure (eg chronology comparison causeeffect problemsolution) of events ideas concepts or information in a text or part of a text
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI47 LAFS4RI37Interpret information presented visually orally or quantitatively (eg in charts graphs diagrams time lines animations or interactive elements on Web pages) and explain how the information contributes to an understanding of the text in which it appears
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI48 LAFS4RI38Explain how an author uses reasons and evidence to support particular points in a text
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI49 LAFS4RI39Integrate information from two texts on the same topic in order to write or speak about the subject knowledgeably (If using multiple texts)
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI410 LAFS4RI410By the end of year read and comprehend informational texts including historysocial studies science and technical texts in the grades 4-5 text complexity band proficiently with scaffolding as needed at the high end of the range
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI51 LAFS5RI11Quote accurately from a text when explaining what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI52 LAFS5RI12Determine two or more main ideas of a text and explain how they are supported by key details summarize the text
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI53 LAFS5RI13Explain the relationships or interactions between two or more individuals events ideas or concepts in a historical scientific or technical text based on specific information in the text (Extended Writing Test)
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI54 LAFS5RI24Determine the meaning of general academic and domain-specific words and phrases in a text relevant to a grade 5 topic or subject area
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI55 LAFS5RI25Compare and contrast the overall structure (eg chronology comparison causeeffect problemsolution) of events ideas concepts or information in two or more texts (Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply Reading Tests ndash need to use 2 passages)
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI57 LAFS5RI37Draw on information from multiple print or digital sources demonstrating the ability to locate an answer to a question quickly or to solve a problem efficiently (If using multiple texts)
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI58 LAFS5RI38Explain how an author uses reasons and evidence to support particular points in a text identifying which reasons and evidence support which point(s)
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI59 LAFS5RI39Integrate information from several texts on the same topic in order to write or speak about the subject knowledgeably
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI510 LAFS5RI410By the end of the year read and comprehend informational texts including historysocial studies science and technical texts at the high end of the grades 4-5 text complexity band independently and proficiently
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The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Florida is home to The Everglades National Park The Everglades are the largest subtropical wetland ecosystem in North America It is formed by a series of wetlands lakes and rivers The Everglades begin south of Orlando and go to almost the southern tip of the state This area includes many types of habitats Some of the habitats are prairies mangroves and marshland The Everglades are home to 67 threatened or endangered species In addition the park contains a huge variety of wildlife
Problems in the Everglades
Today the Everglades are only half of their original size During the 20th century developers drained the waters The land was used for building and agriculture People cut down the forests to use as wood Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views In addition animal species were overhunted This upset the animal populations in the ecosystem
The ecosystem of the Everglades continues to be stressed by a different factors South Floridarsquos population has grown to over seven million people Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply The pollution causes mercury to build up This poisons the wildlife
One in three Floridians gets their water from the Everglades Fresh water is taken from the Everglades On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the water In other
An alligator rests in the Everglades
___________________________1 desalinate to remove salt from seawater
Chart1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
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areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to cities This prevents the water from flowing into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be restored The low water levels affect the wildlife populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is low This kill small animals that are eaten by wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens Some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals have escaped or are released into the Everglades They often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created They will capture polluted water before it reaches the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed This allows freshwater to flow back into the ecosystem However progress has been slow The Everglades continue to be considered an endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
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Name __________________Date __________________
The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Florida is home to The Everglades National Park The Everglades are the largest
subtropical wetland ecosystem in North America It is formed by a series of wetlands
lakes and rivers It begins south of Orlando
and continues to almost the southern tip of
the state This area includes many types of
habitats including prairies mangroves
marshland woods and Florida Bay The
Everglades are home to 67 threatened or
endangered species In addition the park
contains a huge variety of wildlife including
fish mammals birds and reptiles
Problems in the Everglades
Today the Everglades are only half of their original size During the 20th century
developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture People
cut down the forests to use as wood Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean
views In addition animal species were overhunted This upset the animal populations in
the ecosystem
The ecosystem of the Everglades continues to be
stressed by a number of factors South Floridarsquos
population has grown to over seven million people
Land near the park continues to be developed to
support the population growth Pollution from these
developed areas affects the Everglades For example
fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply
This pollution causes mercury to build up which
poisons the wildlife
One in three Floridians gets their water from the Everglades Fresh water is taken from
the Everglades in different ways On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the water
An alligator rests in the Everglades
___________________________1 desalinate to remove salt from seawater
Chart1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
300
350
40
50
Sheet1
Sheet1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
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Name __________________Date __________________
In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to cities This prevents the water from flowing into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be restored The low water levels affect the wildlife populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is low This kills the small animals that are eaten by wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting ecosystems in the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens Some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have adapted to the habitat and spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals have escaped or are released into the Everglades They often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created They will capture contaminated water before it reaches the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed This allows freshwater to flow back into the ecosystem However progress has been slow The Everglades continue to be considered an endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
copy2016 Amy Mezni9
Name __________________Date __________________
The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Florida is home to The Everglades National Park The Everglades are the largest
subtropical wetland ecosystem in North America It is formed by a series of wetlands
lakes and rivers that begin south of Orlando and continue to almost the southern tip of
the state This area includes many types of
habitats including freshwater and coastal
prairies mangroves marshland pine and
cypress woods and Florida Bay The
Everglades are home to 67 threatened or
endangered species In addition the park
contains a huge variety of wildlife including
fish mammals birds and reptiles
Problems in the Everglades
Today the Everglades are only half of their original size During the 20th century
developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture People
cut down the forests to use as wood Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean
views In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in the
ecosystem
The ecosystem of the Everglades continues to be
stressed by a number of factors South Floridarsquos
population has grown to over seven million people
Land near the park continues to be developed to
support the population growth Pollution from these
developed areas affects the Everglades For example
fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply
This pollution causes mercury to build up which
poisons the wildlife
One in three Floridians gets their water from the Everglades Fresh water is taken from
the Everglades in different ways On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the water
An alligator rests in the Everglades
___________________________1 desalinate to remove salt from seawater
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Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
300
350
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50
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Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
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In other areas levees canals and pumping stations
are used to direct water to cities ndash instead of flowing
into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be
restored The low water levels affect the wildlife
populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more
easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is
low This kills the small animals that are eaten by
wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting ecosystems in the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens and some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have adapted to the habitat and spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals that have escaped into the Everglades often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread throughout the area These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located
on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil
Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the
Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created
to captured contaminated water before it reaches
the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed
This allows freshwater to flow back into the
ecosystem However progress has been slow The
Everglades continue to be considered an
endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Reading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Use the article The Everglades An Endangered Habitat to answer the following questions
1 Why did the author most likely write this article Select the best choiceA To inform readers of problems in the EvergladesB To persuade people to save the EvergladesC To entertain the reader
D To explain how to protect the Everglades
2 Which of the following is NOT a cause of water problems in the Everglades
A The population of south Florida depends upon resources from the
Everglades
B Fertilizer from surrounding farms causes pollution
C Non-native animals often do not have natural predators in the
Everglades
D Climate change is causing sea levels to rise
3 Which type of evidence does the author use most in the article
A Opinions
B Facts
C Personal Experience
D Common Knowledge
4 Based on the graph which type of animal has the fewest species in the
Everglades
A Fish
B Birds
C Reptiles
D Mammals
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5 Read the quotation below Which word could be used in place of the bold-faced word Select the best choice
A Foreign
B Different
C Strange
D Weird
6 Which of the following would be another good title for this articleA The Everglades Saving a Unique Habitat
B The Waters of the Everglades
C The Crisis in the Everglades
D The Everglades Floridarsquos Wetland
7 Why did the author include a picture of an airboat in the article
ldquoNon-native plants and animals are also affecting the Evergladesrdquo
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have supported
ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group says that ecotourism
should
- have little impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for the environment
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is a top tourist destination Many people know Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom gets a lot of
visitors However did you know even more people visit Floridarsquos state parks More than
20 million people visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17
million visitors each year
Florida is perfect for ecotourism Eighty percent of visitors spend time outdoors
Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife They also enjoy outdoor sports
such as canoeing and hiking___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
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Water Usage in Florida
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps protect many sites in Florida There are many amazing places located
here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys have the worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of beach
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the statersquos only dry cavern
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee These fees help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism helps hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
statersquos Green Lodging Program asks hotels to save
natural resources A ldquogreenrdquo hotel must recycle and conserve water It must also use
energy wisely In addition they must reduce waste The state promotes these hotels to
visitors
Everyone Benefits
You know ecotourism protects our resources Did you know that it also helps Floridians
Many people work in ecotourism or related jobs Floridarsquos fishing industry creates more
than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged people to
use ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group states that ecotourism
should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the most visited attractions However did you know
that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists visit
Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17 million visitors each year
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism The Science and Environment
Council of Southwest Florida studies tourism It states that eighty percent of visitors
spend time outdoors Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife Outdoor
sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
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Water Usage in Florida
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect many of Floridarsquos special habitats There are many amazing
places located here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys are home to worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is also
home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only dry cavern in Florida
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats For example
state and national parks have a small entrance fee Part
of these fees are used to help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources A hotel must recycle and conserve water to join the program It
must also be energy efficient and reduce waste These hotels are promoted to visitors
as a ldquogreenrdquo hotels
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to
the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged travelers
to support ecotourism According to The International
Ecotourism Society ecotourism should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the worldrsquos most visited attractions However did you
know that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists
visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 compared to 17 million visitors to the Magic Kingdom
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism According to Science and
Environment Council of Southwest Florida eighty percent of visitors participate in
outdoor recreation during their stay Nearly half of all visitors go to the beach or view
wildlife Outdoor sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
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Sheet1
Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
Sheet2
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
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1 6 RC and 2 short response questions for The Everglades An Endangered Habitat Passage
2 6 RC and 2 short response questions for Ecotourism Everyone Wins Passage
3 6 RC and 2 short response questions for Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply Passage
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This product was designed to help teachers practice for state writing exams that require students to use multiple passagestexts as sources
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CCSSELA-LITERACYRI41 LAFS4RI11Refer to details and examples in a text when explaining what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI42 LAFS4RI12Determine the main idea of a text and explain how it is supported by key details summarize the text
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI43 LAFS4RI13Explain events procedures ideas or concepts in a historical scientific or technical text including what happened and why based on specific information in the text
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI44 LAFS4RI24Determine the meaning of general academic and domain-specific words or phrases in a text relevant to a grade 4 topic or subject area
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI45 LAFS4RI25Describe the overall structure (eg chronology comparison causeeffect problemsolution) of events ideas concepts or information in a text or part of a text
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CCSSELA-LITERACYRI410 LAFS4RI410By the end of year read and comprehend informational texts including historysocial studies science and technical texts in the grades 4-5 text complexity band proficiently with scaffolding as needed at the high end of the range
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI51 LAFS5RI11Quote accurately from a text when explaining what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI52 LAFS5RI12Determine two or more main ideas of a text and explain how they are supported by key details summarize the text
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI53 LAFS5RI13Explain the relationships or interactions between two or more individuals events ideas or concepts in a historical scientific or technical text based on specific information in the text (Extended Writing Test)
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI54 LAFS5RI24Determine the meaning of general academic and domain-specific words and phrases in a text relevant to a grade 5 topic or subject area
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI55 LAFS5RI25Compare and contrast the overall structure (eg chronology comparison causeeffect problemsolution) of events ideas concepts or information in two or more texts (Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply Reading Tests ndash need to use 2 passages)
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI57 LAFS5RI37Draw on information from multiple print or digital sources demonstrating the ability to locate an answer to a question quickly or to solve a problem efficiently (If using multiple texts)
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI58 LAFS5RI38Explain how an author uses reasons and evidence to support particular points in a text identifying which reasons and evidence support which point(s)
CCSSELA-LITERACYRI59 LAFS5RI39Integrate information from several texts on the same topic in order to write or speak about the subject knowledgeably
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The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Florida is home to The Everglades National Park The Everglades are the largest subtropical wetland ecosystem in North America It is formed by a series of wetlands lakes and rivers The Everglades begin south of Orlando and go to almost the southern tip of the state This area includes many types of habitats Some of the habitats are prairies mangroves and marshland The Everglades are home to 67 threatened or endangered species In addition the park contains a huge variety of wildlife
Problems in the Everglades
Today the Everglades are only half of their original size During the 20th century developers drained the waters The land was used for building and agriculture People cut down the forests to use as wood Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views In addition animal species were overhunted This upset the animal populations in the ecosystem
The ecosystem of the Everglades continues to be stressed by a different factors South Floridarsquos population has grown to over seven million people Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply The pollution causes mercury to build up This poisons the wildlife
One in three Floridians gets their water from the Everglades Fresh water is taken from the Everglades On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the water In other
An alligator rests in the Everglades
___________________________1 desalinate to remove salt from seawater
Chart1
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areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to cities This prevents the water from flowing into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be restored The low water levels affect the wildlife populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is low This kill small animals that are eaten by wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens Some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals have escaped or are released into the Everglades They often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created They will capture polluted water before it reaches the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed This allows freshwater to flow back into the ecosystem However progress has been slow The Everglades continue to be considered an endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
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Name __________________Date __________________
The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Florida is home to The Everglades National Park The Everglades are the largest
subtropical wetland ecosystem in North America It is formed by a series of wetlands
lakes and rivers It begins south of Orlando
and continues to almost the southern tip of
the state This area includes many types of
habitats including prairies mangroves
marshland woods and Florida Bay The
Everglades are home to 67 threatened or
endangered species In addition the park
contains a huge variety of wildlife including
fish mammals birds and reptiles
Problems in the Everglades
Today the Everglades are only half of their original size During the 20th century
developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture People
cut down the forests to use as wood Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean
views In addition animal species were overhunted This upset the animal populations in
the ecosystem
The ecosystem of the Everglades continues to be
stressed by a number of factors South Floridarsquos
population has grown to over seven million people
Land near the park continues to be developed to
support the population growth Pollution from these
developed areas affects the Everglades For example
fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply
This pollution causes mercury to build up which
poisons the wildlife
One in three Floridians gets their water from the Everglades Fresh water is taken from
the Everglades in different ways On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the water
An alligator rests in the Everglades
___________________________1 desalinate to remove salt from seawater
Chart1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
300
350
40
50
Sheet1
Sheet1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
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Name __________________Date __________________
In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to cities This prevents the water from flowing into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be restored The low water levels affect the wildlife populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is low This kills the small animals that are eaten by wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting ecosystems in the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens Some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have adapted to the habitat and spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals have escaped or are released into the Everglades They often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created They will capture contaminated water before it reaches the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed This allows freshwater to flow back into the ecosystem However progress has been slow The Everglades continue to be considered an endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
copy2016 Amy Mezni9
Name __________________Date __________________
The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Florida is home to The Everglades National Park The Everglades are the largest
subtropical wetland ecosystem in North America It is formed by a series of wetlands
lakes and rivers that begin south of Orlando and continue to almost the southern tip of
the state This area includes many types of
habitats including freshwater and coastal
prairies mangroves marshland pine and
cypress woods and Florida Bay The
Everglades are home to 67 threatened or
endangered species In addition the park
contains a huge variety of wildlife including
fish mammals birds and reptiles
Problems in the Everglades
Today the Everglades are only half of their original size During the 20th century
developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture People
cut down the forests to use as wood Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean
views In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in the
ecosystem
The ecosystem of the Everglades continues to be
stressed by a number of factors South Floridarsquos
population has grown to over seven million people
Land near the park continues to be developed to
support the population growth Pollution from these
developed areas affects the Everglades For example
fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply
This pollution causes mercury to build up which
poisons the wildlife
One in three Floridians gets their water from the Everglades Fresh water is taken from
the Everglades in different ways On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the water
An alligator rests in the Everglades
___________________________1 desalinate to remove salt from seawater
Chart1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
300
350
40
50
Sheet1
Sheet1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
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Name __________________Date __________________
In other areas levees canals and pumping stations
are used to direct water to cities ndash instead of flowing
into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be
restored The low water levels affect the wildlife
populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more
easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is
low This kills the small animals that are eaten by
wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting ecosystems in the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens and some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have adapted to the habitat and spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals that have escaped into the Everglades often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread throughout the area These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located
on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil
Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the
Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created
to captured contaminated water before it reaches
the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed
This allows freshwater to flow back into the
ecosystem However progress has been slow The
Everglades continue to be considered an
endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Reading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Use the article The Everglades An Endangered Habitat to answer the following questions
1 Why did the author most likely write this article Select the best choiceA To inform readers of problems in the EvergladesB To persuade people to save the EvergladesC To entertain the reader
D To explain how to protect the Everglades
2 Which of the following is NOT a cause of water problems in the Everglades
A The population of south Florida depends upon resources from the
Everglades
B Fertilizer from surrounding farms causes pollution
C Non-native animals often do not have natural predators in the
Everglades
D Climate change is causing sea levels to rise
3 Which type of evidence does the author use most in the article
A Opinions
B Facts
C Personal Experience
D Common Knowledge
4 Based on the graph which type of animal has the fewest species in the
Everglades
A Fish
B Birds
C Reptiles
D Mammals
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5 Read the quotation below Which word could be used in place of the bold-faced word Select the best choice
A Foreign
B Different
C Strange
D Weird
6 Which of the following would be another good title for this articleA The Everglades Saving a Unique Habitat
B The Waters of the Everglades
C The Crisis in the Everglades
D The Everglades Floridarsquos Wetland
7 Why did the author include a picture of an airboat in the article
ldquoNon-native plants and animals are also affecting the Evergladesrdquo
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have supported
ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group says that ecotourism
should
- have little impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for the environment
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is a top tourist destination Many people know Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom gets a lot of
visitors However did you know even more people visit Floridarsquos state parks More than
20 million people visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17
million visitors each year
Florida is perfect for ecotourism Eighty percent of visitors spend time outdoors
Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife They also enjoy outdoor sports
such as canoeing and hiking___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Water Usage in Florida
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Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps protect many sites in Florida There are many amazing places located
here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys have the worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of beach
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the statersquos only dry cavern
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee These fees help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism helps hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
statersquos Green Lodging Program asks hotels to save
natural resources A ldquogreenrdquo hotel must recycle and conserve water It must also use
energy wisely In addition they must reduce waste The state promotes these hotels to
visitors
Everyone Benefits
You know ecotourism protects our resources Did you know that it also helps Floridians
Many people work in ecotourism or related jobs Floridarsquos fishing industry creates more
than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged people to
use ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group states that ecotourism
should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the most visited attractions However did you know
that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists visit
Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17 million visitors each year
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism The Science and Environment
Council of Southwest Florida studies tourism It states that eighty percent of visitors
spend time outdoors Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife Outdoor
sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
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Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect many of Floridarsquos special habitats There are many amazing
places located here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys are home to worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is also
home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only dry cavern in Florida
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats For example
state and national parks have a small entrance fee Part
of these fees are used to help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources A hotel must recycle and conserve water to join the program It
must also be energy efficient and reduce waste These hotels are promoted to visitors
as a ldquogreenrdquo hotels
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to
the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged travelers
to support ecotourism According to The International
Ecotourism Society ecotourism should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the worldrsquos most visited attractions However did you
know that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists
visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 compared to 17 million visitors to the Magic Kingdom
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism According to Science and
Environment Council of Southwest Florida eighty percent of visitors participate in
outdoor recreation during their stay Nearly half of all visitors go to the beach or view
wildlife Outdoor sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
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Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Name ___________________Date _____________________
Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
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CCSSELA-LITERACYRI43 LAFS4RI13Explain events procedures ideas or concepts in a historical scientific or technical text including what happened and why based on specific information in the text
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The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Florida is home to The Everglades National Park The Everglades are the largest subtropical wetland ecosystem in North America It is formed by a series of wetlands lakes and rivers The Everglades begin south of Orlando and go to almost the southern tip of the state This area includes many types of habitats Some of the habitats are prairies mangroves and marshland The Everglades are home to 67 threatened or endangered species In addition the park contains a huge variety of wildlife
Problems in the Everglades
Today the Everglades are only half of their original size During the 20th century developers drained the waters The land was used for building and agriculture People cut down the forests to use as wood Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views In addition animal species were overhunted This upset the animal populations in the ecosystem
The ecosystem of the Everglades continues to be stressed by a different factors South Floridarsquos population has grown to over seven million people Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply The pollution causes mercury to build up This poisons the wildlife
One in three Floridians gets their water from the Everglades Fresh water is taken from the Everglades On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the water In other
An alligator rests in the Everglades
___________________________1 desalinate to remove salt from seawater
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areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to cities This prevents the water from flowing into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be restored The low water levels affect the wildlife populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is low This kill small animals that are eaten by wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens Some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals have escaped or are released into the Everglades They often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created They will capture polluted water before it reaches the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed This allows freshwater to flow back into the ecosystem However progress has been slow The Everglades continue to be considered an endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
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The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Florida is home to The Everglades National Park The Everglades are the largest
subtropical wetland ecosystem in North America It is formed by a series of wetlands
lakes and rivers It begins south of Orlando
and continues to almost the southern tip of
the state This area includes many types of
habitats including prairies mangroves
marshland woods and Florida Bay The
Everglades are home to 67 threatened or
endangered species In addition the park
contains a huge variety of wildlife including
fish mammals birds and reptiles
Problems in the Everglades
Today the Everglades are only half of their original size During the 20th century
developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture People
cut down the forests to use as wood Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean
views In addition animal species were overhunted This upset the animal populations in
the ecosystem
The ecosystem of the Everglades continues to be
stressed by a number of factors South Floridarsquos
population has grown to over seven million people
Land near the park continues to be developed to
support the population growth Pollution from these
developed areas affects the Everglades For example
fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply
This pollution causes mercury to build up which
poisons the wildlife
One in three Floridians gets their water from the Everglades Fresh water is taken from
the Everglades in different ways On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the water
An alligator rests in the Everglades
___________________________1 desalinate to remove salt from seawater
Chart1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
300
350
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50
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Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
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In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to cities This prevents the water from flowing into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be restored The low water levels affect the wildlife populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is low This kills the small animals that are eaten by wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting ecosystems in the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens Some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have adapted to the habitat and spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals have escaped or are released into the Everglades They often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created They will capture contaminated water before it reaches the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed This allows freshwater to flow back into the ecosystem However progress has been slow The Everglades continue to be considered an endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
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The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Florida is home to The Everglades National Park The Everglades are the largest
subtropical wetland ecosystem in North America It is formed by a series of wetlands
lakes and rivers that begin south of Orlando and continue to almost the southern tip of
the state This area includes many types of
habitats including freshwater and coastal
prairies mangroves marshland pine and
cypress woods and Florida Bay The
Everglades are home to 67 threatened or
endangered species In addition the park
contains a huge variety of wildlife including
fish mammals birds and reptiles
Problems in the Everglades
Today the Everglades are only half of their original size During the 20th century
developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture People
cut down the forests to use as wood Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean
views In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in the
ecosystem
The ecosystem of the Everglades continues to be
stressed by a number of factors South Floridarsquos
population has grown to over seven million people
Land near the park continues to be developed to
support the population growth Pollution from these
developed areas affects the Everglades For example
fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply
This pollution causes mercury to build up which
poisons the wildlife
One in three Floridians gets their water from the Everglades Fresh water is taken from
the Everglades in different ways On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the water
An alligator rests in the Everglades
___________________________1 desalinate to remove salt from seawater
Chart1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
300
350
40
50
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Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
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In other areas levees canals and pumping stations
are used to direct water to cities ndash instead of flowing
into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be
restored The low water levels affect the wildlife
populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more
easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is
low This kills the small animals that are eaten by
wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting ecosystems in the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens and some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have adapted to the habitat and spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals that have escaped into the Everglades often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread throughout the area These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located
on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil
Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the
Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created
to captured contaminated water before it reaches
the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed
This allows freshwater to flow back into the
ecosystem However progress has been slow The
Everglades continue to be considered an
endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Reading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Use the article The Everglades An Endangered Habitat to answer the following questions
1 Why did the author most likely write this article Select the best choiceA To inform readers of problems in the EvergladesB To persuade people to save the EvergladesC To entertain the reader
D To explain how to protect the Everglades
2 Which of the following is NOT a cause of water problems in the Everglades
A The population of south Florida depends upon resources from the
Everglades
B Fertilizer from surrounding farms causes pollution
C Non-native animals often do not have natural predators in the
Everglades
D Climate change is causing sea levels to rise
3 Which type of evidence does the author use most in the article
A Opinions
B Facts
C Personal Experience
D Common Knowledge
4 Based on the graph which type of animal has the fewest species in the
Everglades
A Fish
B Birds
C Reptiles
D Mammals
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5 Read the quotation below Which word could be used in place of the bold-faced word Select the best choice
A Foreign
B Different
C Strange
D Weird
6 Which of the following would be another good title for this articleA The Everglades Saving a Unique Habitat
B The Waters of the Everglades
C The Crisis in the Everglades
D The Everglades Floridarsquos Wetland
7 Why did the author include a picture of an airboat in the article
ldquoNon-native plants and animals are also affecting the Evergladesrdquo
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have supported
ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group says that ecotourism
should
- have little impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for the environment
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is a top tourist destination Many people know Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom gets a lot of
visitors However did you know even more people visit Floridarsquos state parks More than
20 million people visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17
million visitors each year
Florida is perfect for ecotourism Eighty percent of visitors spend time outdoors
Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife They also enjoy outdoor sports
such as canoeing and hiking___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
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Water Usage in Florida
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps protect many sites in Florida There are many amazing places located
here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys have the worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of beach
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the statersquos only dry cavern
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee These fees help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism helps hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
statersquos Green Lodging Program asks hotels to save
natural resources A ldquogreenrdquo hotel must recycle and conserve water It must also use
energy wisely In addition they must reduce waste The state promotes these hotels to
visitors
Everyone Benefits
You know ecotourism protects our resources Did you know that it also helps Floridians
Many people work in ecotourism or related jobs Floridarsquos fishing industry creates more
than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged people to
use ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group states that ecotourism
should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the most visited attractions However did you know
that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists visit
Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17 million visitors each year
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism The Science and Environment
Council of Southwest Florida studies tourism It states that eighty percent of visitors
spend time outdoors Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife Outdoor
sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
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Water Usage in Florida
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect many of Floridarsquos special habitats There are many amazing
places located here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys are home to worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is also
home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only dry cavern in Florida
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats For example
state and national parks have a small entrance fee Part
of these fees are used to help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources A hotel must recycle and conserve water to join the program It
must also be energy efficient and reduce waste These hotels are promoted to visitors
as a ldquogreenrdquo hotels
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to
the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged travelers
to support ecotourism According to The International
Ecotourism Society ecotourism should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the worldrsquos most visited attractions However did you
know that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists
visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 compared to 17 million visitors to the Magic Kingdom
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism According to Science and
Environment Council of Southwest Florida eighty percent of visitors participate in
outdoor recreation during their stay Nearly half of all visitors go to the beach or view
wildlife Outdoor sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
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Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
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The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Florida is home to The Everglades National Park The Everglades are the largest subtropical wetland ecosystem in North America It is formed by a series of wetlands lakes and rivers The Everglades begin south of Orlando and go to almost the southern tip of the state This area includes many types of habitats Some of the habitats are prairies mangroves and marshland The Everglades are home to 67 threatened or endangered species In addition the park contains a huge variety of wildlife
Problems in the Everglades
Today the Everglades are only half of their original size During the 20th century developers drained the waters The land was used for building and agriculture People cut down the forests to use as wood Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views In addition animal species were overhunted This upset the animal populations in the ecosystem
The ecosystem of the Everglades continues to be stressed by a different factors South Floridarsquos population has grown to over seven million people Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply The pollution causes mercury to build up This poisons the wildlife
One in three Floridians gets their water from the Everglades Fresh water is taken from the Everglades On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the water In other
An alligator rests in the Everglades
___________________________1 desalinate to remove salt from seawater
Chart1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
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350
40
50
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Sheet1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
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Name __________________Date __________________
areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to cities This prevents the water from flowing into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be restored The low water levels affect the wildlife populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is low This kill small animals that are eaten by wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens Some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals have escaped or are released into the Everglades They often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created They will capture polluted water before it reaches the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed This allows freshwater to flow back into the ecosystem However progress has been slow The Everglades continue to be considered an endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
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Name __________________Date __________________
The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Florida is home to The Everglades National Park The Everglades are the largest
subtropical wetland ecosystem in North America It is formed by a series of wetlands
lakes and rivers It begins south of Orlando
and continues to almost the southern tip of
the state This area includes many types of
habitats including prairies mangroves
marshland woods and Florida Bay The
Everglades are home to 67 threatened or
endangered species In addition the park
contains a huge variety of wildlife including
fish mammals birds and reptiles
Problems in the Everglades
Today the Everglades are only half of their original size During the 20th century
developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture People
cut down the forests to use as wood Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean
views In addition animal species were overhunted This upset the animal populations in
the ecosystem
The ecosystem of the Everglades continues to be
stressed by a number of factors South Floridarsquos
population has grown to over seven million people
Land near the park continues to be developed to
support the population growth Pollution from these
developed areas affects the Everglades For example
fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply
This pollution causes mercury to build up which
poisons the wildlife
One in three Floridians gets their water from the Everglades Fresh water is taken from
the Everglades in different ways On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the water
An alligator rests in the Everglades
___________________________1 desalinate to remove salt from seawater
Chart1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
300
350
40
50
Sheet1
Sheet1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
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Name __________________Date __________________
In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to cities This prevents the water from flowing into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be restored The low water levels affect the wildlife populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is low This kills the small animals that are eaten by wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting ecosystems in the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens Some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have adapted to the habitat and spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals have escaped or are released into the Everglades They often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created They will capture contaminated water before it reaches the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed This allows freshwater to flow back into the ecosystem However progress has been slow The Everglades continue to be considered an endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
copy2016 Amy Mezni9
Name __________________Date __________________
The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Florida is home to The Everglades National Park The Everglades are the largest
subtropical wetland ecosystem in North America It is formed by a series of wetlands
lakes and rivers that begin south of Orlando and continue to almost the southern tip of
the state This area includes many types of
habitats including freshwater and coastal
prairies mangroves marshland pine and
cypress woods and Florida Bay The
Everglades are home to 67 threatened or
endangered species In addition the park
contains a huge variety of wildlife including
fish mammals birds and reptiles
Problems in the Everglades
Today the Everglades are only half of their original size During the 20th century
developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture People
cut down the forests to use as wood Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean
views In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in the
ecosystem
The ecosystem of the Everglades continues to be
stressed by a number of factors South Floridarsquos
population has grown to over seven million people
Land near the park continues to be developed to
support the population growth Pollution from these
developed areas affects the Everglades For example
fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply
This pollution causes mercury to build up which
poisons the wildlife
One in three Floridians gets their water from the Everglades Fresh water is taken from
the Everglades in different ways On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the water
An alligator rests in the Everglades
___________________________1 desalinate to remove salt from seawater
Chart1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
300
350
40
50
Sheet1
Sheet1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
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Name __________________Date __________________
In other areas levees canals and pumping stations
are used to direct water to cities ndash instead of flowing
into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be
restored The low water levels affect the wildlife
populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more
easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is
low This kills the small animals that are eaten by
wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting ecosystems in the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens and some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have adapted to the habitat and spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals that have escaped into the Everglades often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread throughout the area These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located
on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil
Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the
Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created
to captured contaminated water before it reaches
the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed
This allows freshwater to flow back into the
ecosystem However progress has been slow The
Everglades continue to be considered an
endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Reading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Use the article The Everglades An Endangered Habitat to answer the following questions
1 Why did the author most likely write this article Select the best choiceA To inform readers of problems in the EvergladesB To persuade people to save the EvergladesC To entertain the reader
D To explain how to protect the Everglades
2 Which of the following is NOT a cause of water problems in the Everglades
A The population of south Florida depends upon resources from the
Everglades
B Fertilizer from surrounding farms causes pollution
C Non-native animals often do not have natural predators in the
Everglades
D Climate change is causing sea levels to rise
3 Which type of evidence does the author use most in the article
A Opinions
B Facts
C Personal Experience
D Common Knowledge
4 Based on the graph which type of animal has the fewest species in the
Everglades
A Fish
B Birds
C Reptiles
D Mammals
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5 Read the quotation below Which word could be used in place of the bold-faced word Select the best choice
A Foreign
B Different
C Strange
D Weird
6 Which of the following would be another good title for this articleA The Everglades Saving a Unique Habitat
B The Waters of the Everglades
C The Crisis in the Everglades
D The Everglades Floridarsquos Wetland
7 Why did the author include a picture of an airboat in the article
ldquoNon-native plants and animals are also affecting the Evergladesrdquo
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have supported
ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group says that ecotourism
should
- have little impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for the environment
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is a top tourist destination Many people know Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom gets a lot of
visitors However did you know even more people visit Floridarsquos state parks More than
20 million people visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17
million visitors each year
Florida is perfect for ecotourism Eighty percent of visitors spend time outdoors
Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife They also enjoy outdoor sports
such as canoeing and hiking___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
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Water Usage in Florida
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Name ___________________Date _____________________
Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps protect many sites in Florida There are many amazing places located
here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys have the worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of beach
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the statersquos only dry cavern
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee These fees help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism helps hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
statersquos Green Lodging Program asks hotels to save
natural resources A ldquogreenrdquo hotel must recycle and conserve water It must also use
energy wisely In addition they must reduce waste The state promotes these hotels to
visitors
Everyone Benefits
You know ecotourism protects our resources Did you know that it also helps Floridians
Many people work in ecotourism or related jobs Floridarsquos fishing industry creates more
than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged people to
use ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group states that ecotourism
should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the most visited attractions However did you know
that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists visit
Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17 million visitors each year
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism The Science and Environment
Council of Southwest Florida studies tourism It states that eighty percent of visitors
spend time outdoors Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife Outdoor
sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
Sheet1
Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
Sheet2
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Name ___________________Date _____________________
Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect many of Floridarsquos special habitats There are many amazing
places located here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys are home to worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is also
home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only dry cavern in Florida
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats For example
state and national parks have a small entrance fee Part
of these fees are used to help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources A hotel must recycle and conserve water to join the program It
must also be energy efficient and reduce waste These hotels are promoted to visitors
as a ldquogreenrdquo hotels
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to
the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged travelers
to support ecotourism According to The International
Ecotourism Society ecotourism should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the worldrsquos most visited attractions However did you
know that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists
visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 compared to 17 million visitors to the Magic Kingdom
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism According to Science and
Environment Council of Southwest Florida eighty percent of visitors participate in
outdoor recreation during their stay Nearly half of all visitors go to the beach or view
wildlife Outdoor sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
Sheet1
Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
Sheet2
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Name ___________________Date _____________________
Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
copy2016 Amy Mezni 29
Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
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Chart1
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areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to cities This prevents the water from flowing into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be restored The low water levels affect the wildlife populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is low This kill small animals that are eaten by wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens Some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals have escaped or are released into the Everglades They often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created They will capture polluted water before it reaches the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed This allows freshwater to flow back into the ecosystem However progress has been slow The Everglades continue to be considered an endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
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The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Florida is home to The Everglades National Park The Everglades are the largest
subtropical wetland ecosystem in North America It is formed by a series of wetlands
lakes and rivers It begins south of Orlando
and continues to almost the southern tip of
the state This area includes many types of
habitats including prairies mangroves
marshland woods and Florida Bay The
Everglades are home to 67 threatened or
endangered species In addition the park
contains a huge variety of wildlife including
fish mammals birds and reptiles
Problems in the Everglades
Today the Everglades are only half of their original size During the 20th century
developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture People
cut down the forests to use as wood Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean
views In addition animal species were overhunted This upset the animal populations in
the ecosystem
The ecosystem of the Everglades continues to be
stressed by a number of factors South Floridarsquos
population has grown to over seven million people
Land near the park continues to be developed to
support the population growth Pollution from these
developed areas affects the Everglades For example
fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply
This pollution causes mercury to build up which
poisons the wildlife
One in three Floridians gets their water from the Everglades Fresh water is taken from
the Everglades in different ways On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the water
An alligator rests in the Everglades
___________________________1 desalinate to remove salt from seawater
Chart1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
300
350
40
50
Sheet1
Sheet1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
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In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to cities This prevents the water from flowing into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be restored The low water levels affect the wildlife populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is low This kills the small animals that are eaten by wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting ecosystems in the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens Some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have adapted to the habitat and spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals have escaped or are released into the Everglades They often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created They will capture contaminated water before it reaches the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed This allows freshwater to flow back into the ecosystem However progress has been slow The Everglades continue to be considered an endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
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Name __________________Date __________________
The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Florida is home to The Everglades National Park The Everglades are the largest
subtropical wetland ecosystem in North America It is formed by a series of wetlands
lakes and rivers that begin south of Orlando and continue to almost the southern tip of
the state This area includes many types of
habitats including freshwater and coastal
prairies mangroves marshland pine and
cypress woods and Florida Bay The
Everglades are home to 67 threatened or
endangered species In addition the park
contains a huge variety of wildlife including
fish mammals birds and reptiles
Problems in the Everglades
Today the Everglades are only half of their original size During the 20th century
developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture People
cut down the forests to use as wood Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean
views In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in the
ecosystem
The ecosystem of the Everglades continues to be
stressed by a number of factors South Floridarsquos
population has grown to over seven million people
Land near the park continues to be developed to
support the population growth Pollution from these
developed areas affects the Everglades For example
fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply
This pollution causes mercury to build up which
poisons the wildlife
One in three Floridians gets their water from the Everglades Fresh water is taken from
the Everglades in different ways On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the water
An alligator rests in the Everglades
___________________________1 desalinate to remove salt from seawater
Chart1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
300
350
40
50
Sheet1
Sheet1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
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Name __________________Date __________________
In other areas levees canals and pumping stations
are used to direct water to cities ndash instead of flowing
into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be
restored The low water levels affect the wildlife
populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more
easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is
low This kills the small animals that are eaten by
wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting ecosystems in the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens and some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have adapted to the habitat and spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals that have escaped into the Everglades often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread throughout the area These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located
on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil
Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the
Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created
to captured contaminated water before it reaches
the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed
This allows freshwater to flow back into the
ecosystem However progress has been slow The
Everglades continue to be considered an
endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Reading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Use the article The Everglades An Endangered Habitat to answer the following questions
1 Why did the author most likely write this article Select the best choiceA To inform readers of problems in the EvergladesB To persuade people to save the EvergladesC To entertain the reader
D To explain how to protect the Everglades
2 Which of the following is NOT a cause of water problems in the Everglades
A The population of south Florida depends upon resources from the
Everglades
B Fertilizer from surrounding farms causes pollution
C Non-native animals often do not have natural predators in the
Everglades
D Climate change is causing sea levels to rise
3 Which type of evidence does the author use most in the article
A Opinions
B Facts
C Personal Experience
D Common Knowledge
4 Based on the graph which type of animal has the fewest species in the
Everglades
A Fish
B Birds
C Reptiles
D Mammals
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5 Read the quotation below Which word could be used in place of the bold-faced word Select the best choice
A Foreign
B Different
C Strange
D Weird
6 Which of the following would be another good title for this articleA The Everglades Saving a Unique Habitat
B The Waters of the Everglades
C The Crisis in the Everglades
D The Everglades Floridarsquos Wetland
7 Why did the author include a picture of an airboat in the article
ldquoNon-native plants and animals are also affecting the Evergladesrdquo
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have supported
ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group says that ecotourism
should
- have little impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for the environment
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is a top tourist destination Many people know Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom gets a lot of
visitors However did you know even more people visit Floridarsquos state parks More than
20 million people visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17
million visitors each year
Florida is perfect for ecotourism Eighty percent of visitors spend time outdoors
Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife They also enjoy outdoor sports
such as canoeing and hiking___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
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Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps protect many sites in Florida There are many amazing places located
here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys have the worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of beach
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the statersquos only dry cavern
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee These fees help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism helps hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
statersquos Green Lodging Program asks hotels to save
natural resources A ldquogreenrdquo hotel must recycle and conserve water It must also use
energy wisely In addition they must reduce waste The state promotes these hotels to
visitors
Everyone Benefits
You know ecotourism protects our resources Did you know that it also helps Floridians
Many people work in ecotourism or related jobs Floridarsquos fishing industry creates more
than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged people to
use ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group states that ecotourism
should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the most visited attractions However did you know
that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists visit
Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17 million visitors each year
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism The Science and Environment
Council of Southwest Florida studies tourism It states that eighty percent of visitors
spend time outdoors Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife Outdoor
sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
Sheet1
Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
Sheet2
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect many of Floridarsquos special habitats There are many amazing
places located here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys are home to worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is also
home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only dry cavern in Florida
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats For example
state and national parks have a small entrance fee Part
of these fees are used to help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources A hotel must recycle and conserve water to join the program It
must also be energy efficient and reduce waste These hotels are promoted to visitors
as a ldquogreenrdquo hotels
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to
the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged travelers
to support ecotourism According to The International
Ecotourism Society ecotourism should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the worldrsquos most visited attractions However did you
know that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists
visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 compared to 17 million visitors to the Magic Kingdom
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism According to Science and
Environment Council of Southwest Florida eighty percent of visitors participate in
outdoor recreation during their stay Nearly half of all visitors go to the beach or view
wildlife Outdoor sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
Sheet1
Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
Sheet2
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
Fin
alG
rad
e
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e re
spon
se is
cons
isten
tly fo
cuse
d on
the
purp
ose
of th
e pr
ompt
Th
e w
ritin
g sh
ows a
se
nse
of a
udie
nce
and
task
Th
e es
say
is cle
arly
orga
nize
d a
nd h
as a
sens
e of
com
plet
enes
sRe
spon
se in
clude
s mos
t of t
he fo
llow
ing
-St
rong
ly m
aint
aine
d to
pic w
ith lit
tle o
r no
unr
elat
ed in
form
atio
n-
Skillf
ul u
se o
f a va
riety
of t
rans
ition
s tha
t he
lp th
e re
ader
und
erst
and
the
rela
tions
hip
amon
g id
eas
-Id
eas a
re o
rgan
ized
in a
logi
cal m
anne
r fro
m b
egin
ning
to e
nd i
nclu
ding
a
stro
ng in
trodu
ctio
n an
d co
nclu
sion
Resp
onse
has
det
aile
d an
d co
nvin
cing
su
ppor
tev
iden
ce fo
r the
writ
errsquos
topi
c th
at in
clud
es th
e ef
fect
ive
use
of so
urce
s
fact
s a
nd d
etai
ls
The
resp
onse
incl
udes
mos
t of t
he
follo
win
g-
Rele
vant
evi
denc
e th
at is
pre
sent
ed
smoo
thly
and
thor
ough
ly w
ith
refe
renc
es to
sour
ces
-St
rong
use
of a
var
iety
of e
labo
rativ
e te
chni
ques
dem
onst
ratin
g a d
eep
unde
rsta
ndin
g of
the
topi
c and
text
-
Clea
r and
effe
ctiv
e ex
pres
sion
of id
eas
us
ing
spec
ific l
angu
age
-Do
mai
n-sp
ecifi
c vo
cabu
lary
use
d cl
early
and
app
ropr
iate
ly fo
r the
au
dien
ce a
nd p
urpo
se
-Va
ried
sent
ence
stru
ctur
e
3Th
e re
spon
se is
usu
ally
focu
sed
on th
e pu
rpos
e of
th
e pr
ompt
Th
e w
ritin
g sh
ows a
som
e se
nse
of
audi
ence
and
task
It
has a
stat
ed to
pic
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ess
ay is
org
anize
d a
nd
has a
sens
e of
com
plet
enes
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spon
se in
clude
s mos
t of t
he fo
llow
ing
-M
aint
aine
d to
pic
alth
ough
som
e un
rela
ted
info
rmat
ion
may
be
pres
ent
-Go
od u
se o
f tra
nsiti
ons w
ith so
me
varie
ty
that
hel
p th
e re
ader
und
erst
and
the
rela
tions
hip
amon
g id
eas
-Id
eas a
re o
rgan
ized
in a
logi
cal m
anne
r fro
m
begi
nnin
g to
end
inc
ludi
ng a
intro
duct
ion
and
conc
lusio
n
Resp
onse
has
ade
quat
e su
ppor
tev
iden
ce
for t
he w
riter
rsquos to
pic t
hat i
nclu
des t
he u
se o
f so
urce
s fa
cts
and
det
ails
Th
e re
spon
se in
clud
es m
ost o
f the
follo
win
g-
Mos
tly in
tegr
ated
evi
denc
e fr
om
sour
ces
alth
ough
they
may
be
gene
ral
impr
ecise
or i
ncon
siste
nt
-Ad
equa
te u
se o
f som
e el
abor
ativ
e te
chni
ques
-
Adeq
uate
exp
ress
ion
of id
eas
usin
g a
mix
of s
peci
fic a
nd g
ener
al la
ngua
ge
-Do
mai
n-sp
ecifi
c vo
cabu
lary
usu
ally
ap
prop
riate
ly fo
r the
aud
ienc
e an
d pu
rpos
e-
Som
e va
riety
in se
nten
ce s
truc
ture
2Th
e re
spon
se is
som
ewha
t foc
used
on
the
purp
ose
of th
e pr
ompt
alth
ough
it m
ay
inclu
de lo
osel
y re
late
d or
unr
elat
ed m
ater
ial
Th
e w
ritin
g m
ay sh
ow a
sens
e of
aud
ienc
e an
d ta
sk
It ha
s a st
ated
opi
nion
and
the
orga
niza
tion
of th
e es
say
may
not
mat
ch th
e to
pic
Resp
onse
may
inclu
de th
e fo
llow
ing
-Pa
rtial
ly fo
cuse
d to
pic
but i
t is u
ncle
ar
or n
ot m
aint
aine
d th
roug
hout
writ
ing
-In
cons
isten
t use
of t
rans
ition
s with
little
va
riety
-
Unev
en d
evel
opm
ent o
f ide
as fr
om
begi
nnin
g to
end
inc
ludi
ng a
wea
k in
trodu
ctio
n an
dor
con
clusio
n
Resp
onse
has
une
ven
supp
ort
evid
ence
fo
r the
writ
errsquos
topi
c in
clud
ing
the
inef
fect
ive
use
of so
urce
s fa
cts
and
de
tails
Th
e re
spon
se m
ay in
clud
e th
e fo
llow
ing
-W
eakl
y us
ed e
vide
nce
from
sour
ces
or ir
rele
vant
refe
renc
es
-Re
petit
ive
or in
effe
ctiv
e us
e of
el
abor
ate
tech
niqu
es
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nspe
cific
or s
impl
istic
exp
ress
ion
of
idea
s-
Inap
prop
riate
or i
neffe
ctiv
e do
mai
n-sp
ecifi
c voc
abul
ary
-Se
nten
ces m
ay b
e lim
ited
to si
mpl
e co
nstr
uctio
ns
The
resp
onse
dem
onst
rate
s an
adeq
uate
com
man
d of
bas
ic
conv
entio
ns
The
resp
onse
may
incl
ude
the
follo
win
g-
Som
e m
inor
err
ors i
n us
age
but n
o pa
tter
ns o
f err
ors
-Ad
equa
te u
se o
f pun
ctua
tion
ca
pita
lizat
ion
sent
ence
form
atio
n
and
spel
ling
1Th
e re
spon
se is
rela
ted
to th
e to
pic o
f th
e pr
ompt
but
may
show
little
or n
o aw
aren
ess o
f the
pur
pose
aud
ienc
e
and
task
It
does
not
hav
e a
stat
ed to
pic
and
it ha
s litt
le o
r no
orga
niza
tion
Re
spon
se m
ay in
clude
the
follo
win
g-
Abse
nt o
r con
fusin
g to
pic
-M
any
unre
late
d id
eas t
hat a
ffect
th
e re
ader
rsquos un
ders
tand
ing
-Fe
w o
r no
trans
ition
s-
Too
shor
t to
dem
onst
rate
kn
owle
dge
of th
e to
pic o
r or
gani
zatio
n
Resp
onse
has
litt
le
supp
ort
evid
ence
for t
he w
riter
rsquos
topi
c in
clud
ing
little
if a
ny u
se o
f so
urce
s fa
cts
and
det
ails
Th
e re
spon
se m
ay in
clud
e th
e fo
llow
ing
-Li
ttle
inc
orre
ct i
rrel
evan
t or
ab
sent
evi
denc
e fr
om so
urce
s-
Expr
essio
n of
idea
s is v
ague
un
clea
r or
conf
usin
g-
Lim
ited
or in
appr
opria
te
lang
uage
or d
omai
n-sp
ecifi
cvo
cabu
lary
-
Sent
ence
stru
ctur
e lim
ited
to
simpl
e co
nstr
uctio
n
The
resp
onse
dem
onst
rate
s a
part
ial c
omm
and
of b
asic
co
nven
tions
Th
e re
spon
se m
ay
incl
ude
the
follo
win
g-
Vario
us e
rror
s in
usag
e-
Inco
nsist
ent u
se o
f cor
rect
pu
nctu
atio
n c
apita
lizat
ion
se
nten
ce fo
rmat
ion
and
sp
ellin
g
0
The
resp
onse
de
mon
stra
tesa
lack
of
com
man
d of
co
nven
tions
with
fr
eque
nt a
nd se
vere
er
rors
that
affe
ct th
e re
ader
rsquos
unde
rsta
ndin
g
Purp
ose
Foc
us
amp O
rgan
izatio
n
Evid
ence
amp
Elab
orat
ion
Conv
entio
nsof
St
anda
rd
Engl
ish
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pt T
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Directions
When it is time to begin read both the passage(s) and the prompt You are to plan and write an essay about the passage(s) according to the directions in the prompt
You will be scored based on how well you express your ideas Be sure to write clearly and make your writing interesting to the reader
Before you begin writing take time to read the prompts think about what you read and then plan your essay
WRITE ONLY ABOUT THE PROMPT AND PASSAGE(S)
You have __________ minutes to complete this activity
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5
Universal Studios
6
Floridas National Parks
9
Disneys Magic Kingdom
17
Floridas State Parks
20
Agriculture
40
Public Supply
38
Recreational
6
Commerical
6
Power Generation
10
Busch Gardens
Seaworld
Universal Studios
Floridas National Parks
Disneys Magic Kingdom
Floridas State Parks
Busch Gardens
4
Seaworld
5
Universal Studios
6
Floridas National Parks
9
Disneys Magic Kingdom
17
Floridas State Parks
20
Agriculture
40
Public Supply
38
Recreational
6
Commerical
6
Power Generation
10
Busch Gardens
Seaworld
Universal Studios
Floridas National Parks
Disneys Magic Kingdom
Floridas State Parks
Busch Gardens
4
Seaworld
5
Universal Studios
6
Floridas National Parks
9
Disneys Magic Kingdom
17
Floridas State Parks
20
Agriculture
40
Public Supply
38
Recreational
6
Commerical
6
Power Generation
10
Busch Gardens
Seaworld
Universal Studios
Floridas National Parks
Disneys Magic Kingdom
Floridas State Parks
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300
birds
350
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40
reptiles
50
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birds
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reptiles
fish
300
birds
350
mammals
40
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50
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300
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Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
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areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to cities This prevents the water from flowing into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be restored The low water levels affect the wildlife populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is low This kill small animals that are eaten by wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens Some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals have escaped or are released into the Everglades They often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created They will capture polluted water before it reaches the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed This allows freshwater to flow back into the ecosystem However progress has been slow The Everglades continue to be considered an endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
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Name __________________Date __________________
The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Florida is home to The Everglades National Park The Everglades are the largest
subtropical wetland ecosystem in North America It is formed by a series of wetlands
lakes and rivers It begins south of Orlando
and continues to almost the southern tip of
the state This area includes many types of
habitats including prairies mangroves
marshland woods and Florida Bay The
Everglades are home to 67 threatened or
endangered species In addition the park
contains a huge variety of wildlife including
fish mammals birds and reptiles
Problems in the Everglades
Today the Everglades are only half of their original size During the 20th century
developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture People
cut down the forests to use as wood Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean
views In addition animal species were overhunted This upset the animal populations in
the ecosystem
The ecosystem of the Everglades continues to be
stressed by a number of factors South Floridarsquos
population has grown to over seven million people
Land near the park continues to be developed to
support the population growth Pollution from these
developed areas affects the Everglades For example
fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply
This pollution causes mercury to build up which
poisons the wildlife
One in three Floridians gets their water from the Everglades Fresh water is taken from
the Everglades in different ways On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the water
An alligator rests in the Everglades
___________________________1 desalinate to remove salt from seawater
Chart1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
300
350
40
50
Sheet1
Sheet1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
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In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to cities This prevents the water from flowing into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be restored The low water levels affect the wildlife populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is low This kills the small animals that are eaten by wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting ecosystems in the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens Some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have adapted to the habitat and spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals have escaped or are released into the Everglades They often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created They will capture contaminated water before it reaches the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed This allows freshwater to flow back into the ecosystem However progress has been slow The Everglades continue to be considered an endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
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Name __________________Date __________________
The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Florida is home to The Everglades National Park The Everglades are the largest
subtropical wetland ecosystem in North America It is formed by a series of wetlands
lakes and rivers that begin south of Orlando and continue to almost the southern tip of
the state This area includes many types of
habitats including freshwater and coastal
prairies mangroves marshland pine and
cypress woods and Florida Bay The
Everglades are home to 67 threatened or
endangered species In addition the park
contains a huge variety of wildlife including
fish mammals birds and reptiles
Problems in the Everglades
Today the Everglades are only half of their original size During the 20th century
developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture People
cut down the forests to use as wood Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean
views In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in the
ecosystem
The ecosystem of the Everglades continues to be
stressed by a number of factors South Floridarsquos
population has grown to over seven million people
Land near the park continues to be developed to
support the population growth Pollution from these
developed areas affects the Everglades For example
fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply
This pollution causes mercury to build up which
poisons the wildlife
One in three Floridians gets their water from the Everglades Fresh water is taken from
the Everglades in different ways On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the water
An alligator rests in the Everglades
___________________________1 desalinate to remove salt from seawater
Chart1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
300
350
40
50
Sheet1
Sheet1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
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Name __________________Date __________________
In other areas levees canals and pumping stations
are used to direct water to cities ndash instead of flowing
into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be
restored The low water levels affect the wildlife
populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more
easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is
low This kills the small animals that are eaten by
wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting ecosystems in the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens and some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have adapted to the habitat and spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals that have escaped into the Everglades often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread throughout the area These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located
on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil
Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the
Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created
to captured contaminated water before it reaches
the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed
This allows freshwater to flow back into the
ecosystem However progress has been slow The
Everglades continue to be considered an
endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Reading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Use the article The Everglades An Endangered Habitat to answer the following questions
1 Why did the author most likely write this article Select the best choiceA To inform readers of problems in the EvergladesB To persuade people to save the EvergladesC To entertain the reader
D To explain how to protect the Everglades
2 Which of the following is NOT a cause of water problems in the Everglades
A The population of south Florida depends upon resources from the
Everglades
B Fertilizer from surrounding farms causes pollution
C Non-native animals often do not have natural predators in the
Everglades
D Climate change is causing sea levels to rise
3 Which type of evidence does the author use most in the article
A Opinions
B Facts
C Personal Experience
D Common Knowledge
4 Based on the graph which type of animal has the fewest species in the
Everglades
A Fish
B Birds
C Reptiles
D Mammals
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5 Read the quotation below Which word could be used in place of the bold-faced word Select the best choice
A Foreign
B Different
C Strange
D Weird
6 Which of the following would be another good title for this articleA The Everglades Saving a Unique Habitat
B The Waters of the Everglades
C The Crisis in the Everglades
D The Everglades Floridarsquos Wetland
7 Why did the author include a picture of an airboat in the article
ldquoNon-native plants and animals are also affecting the Evergladesrdquo
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have supported
ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group says that ecotourism
should
- have little impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for the environment
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is a top tourist destination Many people know Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom gets a lot of
visitors However did you know even more people visit Floridarsquos state parks More than
20 million people visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17
million visitors each year
Florida is perfect for ecotourism Eighty percent of visitors spend time outdoors
Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife They also enjoy outdoor sports
such as canoeing and hiking___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
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Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps protect many sites in Florida There are many amazing places located
here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys have the worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of beach
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the statersquos only dry cavern
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee These fees help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism helps hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
statersquos Green Lodging Program asks hotels to save
natural resources A ldquogreenrdquo hotel must recycle and conserve water It must also use
energy wisely In addition they must reduce waste The state promotes these hotels to
visitors
Everyone Benefits
You know ecotourism protects our resources Did you know that it also helps Floridians
Many people work in ecotourism or related jobs Floridarsquos fishing industry creates more
than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged people to
use ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group states that ecotourism
should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the most visited attractions However did you know
that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists visit
Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17 million visitors each year
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism The Science and Environment
Council of Southwest Florida studies tourism It states that eighty percent of visitors
spend time outdoors Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife Outdoor
sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
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Water Usage in Florida
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Sheet2
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect many of Floridarsquos special habitats There are many amazing
places located here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys are home to worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is also
home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only dry cavern in Florida
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats For example
state and national parks have a small entrance fee Part
of these fees are used to help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources A hotel must recycle and conserve water to join the program It
must also be energy efficient and reduce waste These hotels are promoted to visitors
as a ldquogreenrdquo hotels
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to
the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged travelers
to support ecotourism According to The International
Ecotourism Society ecotourism should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the worldrsquos most visited attractions However did you
know that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists
visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 compared to 17 million visitors to the Magic Kingdom
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism According to Science and
Environment Council of Southwest Florida eighty percent of visitors participate in
outdoor recreation during their stay Nearly half of all visitors go to the beach or view
wildlife Outdoor sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
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Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
Sheet2
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
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Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
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Name __________________Date __________________
areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to cities This prevents the water from flowing into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be restored The low water levels affect the wildlife populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is low This kill small animals that are eaten by wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens Some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals have escaped or are released into the Everglades They often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created They will capture polluted water before it reaches the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed This allows freshwater to flow back into the ecosystem However progress has been slow The Everglades continue to be considered an endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
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Name __________________Date __________________
The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Florida is home to The Everglades National Park The Everglades are the largest
subtropical wetland ecosystem in North America It is formed by a series of wetlands
lakes and rivers It begins south of Orlando
and continues to almost the southern tip of
the state This area includes many types of
habitats including prairies mangroves
marshland woods and Florida Bay The
Everglades are home to 67 threatened or
endangered species In addition the park
contains a huge variety of wildlife including
fish mammals birds and reptiles
Problems in the Everglades
Today the Everglades are only half of their original size During the 20th century
developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture People
cut down the forests to use as wood Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean
views In addition animal species were overhunted This upset the animal populations in
the ecosystem
The ecosystem of the Everglades continues to be
stressed by a number of factors South Floridarsquos
population has grown to over seven million people
Land near the park continues to be developed to
support the population growth Pollution from these
developed areas affects the Everglades For example
fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply
This pollution causes mercury to build up which
poisons the wildlife
One in three Floridians gets their water from the Everglades Fresh water is taken from
the Everglades in different ways On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the water
An alligator rests in the Everglades
___________________________1 desalinate to remove salt from seawater
Chart1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
300
350
40
50
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Sheet1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
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Name __________________Date __________________
In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to cities This prevents the water from flowing into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be restored The low water levels affect the wildlife populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is low This kills the small animals that are eaten by wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting ecosystems in the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens Some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have adapted to the habitat and spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals have escaped or are released into the Everglades They often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created They will capture contaminated water before it reaches the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed This allows freshwater to flow back into the ecosystem However progress has been slow The Everglades continue to be considered an endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
copy2016 Amy Mezni9
Name __________________Date __________________
The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Florida is home to The Everglades National Park The Everglades are the largest
subtropical wetland ecosystem in North America It is formed by a series of wetlands
lakes and rivers that begin south of Orlando and continue to almost the southern tip of
the state This area includes many types of
habitats including freshwater and coastal
prairies mangroves marshland pine and
cypress woods and Florida Bay The
Everglades are home to 67 threatened or
endangered species In addition the park
contains a huge variety of wildlife including
fish mammals birds and reptiles
Problems in the Everglades
Today the Everglades are only half of their original size During the 20th century
developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture People
cut down the forests to use as wood Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean
views In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in the
ecosystem
The ecosystem of the Everglades continues to be
stressed by a number of factors South Floridarsquos
population has grown to over seven million people
Land near the park continues to be developed to
support the population growth Pollution from these
developed areas affects the Everglades For example
fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply
This pollution causes mercury to build up which
poisons the wildlife
One in three Floridians gets their water from the Everglades Fresh water is taken from
the Everglades in different ways On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the water
An alligator rests in the Everglades
___________________________1 desalinate to remove salt from seawater
Chart1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
300
350
40
50
Sheet1
Sheet1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
copy2016 Amy Mezni 10
Name __________________Date __________________
In other areas levees canals and pumping stations
are used to direct water to cities ndash instead of flowing
into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be
restored The low water levels affect the wildlife
populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more
easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is
low This kills the small animals that are eaten by
wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting ecosystems in the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens and some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have adapted to the habitat and spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals that have escaped into the Everglades often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread throughout the area These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located
on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil
Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the
Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created
to captured contaminated water before it reaches
the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed
This allows freshwater to flow back into the
ecosystem However progress has been slow The
Everglades continue to be considered an
endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Reading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Use the article The Everglades An Endangered Habitat to answer the following questions
1 Why did the author most likely write this article Select the best choiceA To inform readers of problems in the EvergladesB To persuade people to save the EvergladesC To entertain the reader
D To explain how to protect the Everglades
2 Which of the following is NOT a cause of water problems in the Everglades
A The population of south Florida depends upon resources from the
Everglades
B Fertilizer from surrounding farms causes pollution
C Non-native animals often do not have natural predators in the
Everglades
D Climate change is causing sea levels to rise
3 Which type of evidence does the author use most in the article
A Opinions
B Facts
C Personal Experience
D Common Knowledge
4 Based on the graph which type of animal has the fewest species in the
Everglades
A Fish
B Birds
C Reptiles
D Mammals
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5 Read the quotation below Which word could be used in place of the bold-faced word Select the best choice
A Foreign
B Different
C Strange
D Weird
6 Which of the following would be another good title for this articleA The Everglades Saving a Unique Habitat
B The Waters of the Everglades
C The Crisis in the Everglades
D The Everglades Floridarsquos Wetland
7 Why did the author include a picture of an airboat in the article
ldquoNon-native plants and animals are also affecting the Evergladesrdquo
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have supported
ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group says that ecotourism
should
- have little impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for the environment
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is a top tourist destination Many people know Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom gets a lot of
visitors However did you know even more people visit Floridarsquos state parks More than
20 million people visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17
million visitors each year
Florida is perfect for ecotourism Eighty percent of visitors spend time outdoors
Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife They also enjoy outdoor sports
such as canoeing and hiking___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
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Water Usage in Florida
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Name ___________________Date _____________________
Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps protect many sites in Florida There are many amazing places located
here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys have the worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of beach
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the statersquos only dry cavern
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee These fees help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism helps hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
statersquos Green Lodging Program asks hotels to save
natural resources A ldquogreenrdquo hotel must recycle and conserve water It must also use
energy wisely In addition they must reduce waste The state promotes these hotels to
visitors
Everyone Benefits
You know ecotourism protects our resources Did you know that it also helps Floridians
Many people work in ecotourism or related jobs Floridarsquos fishing industry creates more
than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
copy2016 Amy Mezni 15
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged people to
use ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group states that ecotourism
should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the most visited attractions However did you know
that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists visit
Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17 million visitors each year
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism The Science and Environment
Council of Southwest Florida studies tourism It states that eighty percent of visitors
spend time outdoors Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife Outdoor
sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
Sheet1
Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
Sheet2
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Name ___________________Date _____________________
Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect many of Floridarsquos special habitats There are many amazing
places located here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys are home to worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is also
home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only dry cavern in Florida
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats For example
state and national parks have a small entrance fee Part
of these fees are used to help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources A hotel must recycle and conserve water to join the program It
must also be energy efficient and reduce waste These hotels are promoted to visitors
as a ldquogreenrdquo hotels
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to
the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
copy2016 Amy Mezni 17
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged travelers
to support ecotourism According to The International
Ecotourism Society ecotourism should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the worldrsquos most visited attractions However did you
know that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists
visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 compared to 17 million visitors to the Magic Kingdom
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism According to Science and
Environment Council of Southwest Florida eighty percent of visitors participate in
outdoor recreation during their stay Nearly half of all visitors go to the beach or view
wildlife Outdoor sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
Sheet1
Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
Sheet2
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
copy2016 Amy Mezni 18
Name ___________________Date _____________________
Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
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areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to cities This prevents the water from flowing into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be restored The low water levels affect the wildlife populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is low This kill small animals that are eaten by wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens Some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals have escaped or are released into the Everglades They often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created They will capture polluted water before it reaches the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed This allows freshwater to flow back into the ecosystem However progress has been slow The Everglades continue to be considered an endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
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Name __________________Date __________________
The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Florida is home to The Everglades National Park The Everglades are the largest
subtropical wetland ecosystem in North America It is formed by a series of wetlands
lakes and rivers It begins south of Orlando
and continues to almost the southern tip of
the state This area includes many types of
habitats including prairies mangroves
marshland woods and Florida Bay The
Everglades are home to 67 threatened or
endangered species In addition the park
contains a huge variety of wildlife including
fish mammals birds and reptiles
Problems in the Everglades
Today the Everglades are only half of their original size During the 20th century
developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture People
cut down the forests to use as wood Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean
views In addition animal species were overhunted This upset the animal populations in
the ecosystem
The ecosystem of the Everglades continues to be
stressed by a number of factors South Floridarsquos
population has grown to over seven million people
Land near the park continues to be developed to
support the population growth Pollution from these
developed areas affects the Everglades For example
fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply
This pollution causes mercury to build up which
poisons the wildlife
One in three Floridians gets their water from the Everglades Fresh water is taken from
the Everglades in different ways On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the water
An alligator rests in the Everglades
___________________________1 desalinate to remove salt from seawater
Chart1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
300
350
40
50
Sheet1
Sheet1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
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Name __________________Date __________________
In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to cities This prevents the water from flowing into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be restored The low water levels affect the wildlife populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is low This kills the small animals that are eaten by wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting ecosystems in the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens Some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have adapted to the habitat and spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals have escaped or are released into the Everglades They often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created They will capture contaminated water before it reaches the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed This allows freshwater to flow back into the ecosystem However progress has been slow The Everglades continue to be considered an endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
copy2016 Amy Mezni9
Name __________________Date __________________
The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Florida is home to The Everglades National Park The Everglades are the largest
subtropical wetland ecosystem in North America It is formed by a series of wetlands
lakes and rivers that begin south of Orlando and continue to almost the southern tip of
the state This area includes many types of
habitats including freshwater and coastal
prairies mangroves marshland pine and
cypress woods and Florida Bay The
Everglades are home to 67 threatened or
endangered species In addition the park
contains a huge variety of wildlife including
fish mammals birds and reptiles
Problems in the Everglades
Today the Everglades are only half of their original size During the 20th century
developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture People
cut down the forests to use as wood Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean
views In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in the
ecosystem
The ecosystem of the Everglades continues to be
stressed by a number of factors South Floridarsquos
population has grown to over seven million people
Land near the park continues to be developed to
support the population growth Pollution from these
developed areas affects the Everglades For example
fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply
This pollution causes mercury to build up which
poisons the wildlife
One in three Floridians gets their water from the Everglades Fresh water is taken from
the Everglades in different ways On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the water
An alligator rests in the Everglades
___________________________1 desalinate to remove salt from seawater
Chart1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
300
350
40
50
Sheet1
Sheet1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
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Name __________________Date __________________
In other areas levees canals and pumping stations
are used to direct water to cities ndash instead of flowing
into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be
restored The low water levels affect the wildlife
populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more
easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is
low This kills the small animals that are eaten by
wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting ecosystems in the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens and some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have adapted to the habitat and spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals that have escaped into the Everglades often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread throughout the area These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located
on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil
Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the
Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created
to captured contaminated water before it reaches
the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed
This allows freshwater to flow back into the
ecosystem However progress has been slow The
Everglades continue to be considered an
endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Reading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Use the article The Everglades An Endangered Habitat to answer the following questions
1 Why did the author most likely write this article Select the best choiceA To inform readers of problems in the EvergladesB To persuade people to save the EvergladesC To entertain the reader
D To explain how to protect the Everglades
2 Which of the following is NOT a cause of water problems in the Everglades
A The population of south Florida depends upon resources from the
Everglades
B Fertilizer from surrounding farms causes pollution
C Non-native animals often do not have natural predators in the
Everglades
D Climate change is causing sea levels to rise
3 Which type of evidence does the author use most in the article
A Opinions
B Facts
C Personal Experience
D Common Knowledge
4 Based on the graph which type of animal has the fewest species in the
Everglades
A Fish
B Birds
C Reptiles
D Mammals
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5 Read the quotation below Which word could be used in place of the bold-faced word Select the best choice
A Foreign
B Different
C Strange
D Weird
6 Which of the following would be another good title for this articleA The Everglades Saving a Unique Habitat
B The Waters of the Everglades
C The Crisis in the Everglades
D The Everglades Floridarsquos Wetland
7 Why did the author include a picture of an airboat in the article
ldquoNon-native plants and animals are also affecting the Evergladesrdquo
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have supported
ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group says that ecotourism
should
- have little impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for the environment
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is a top tourist destination Many people know Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom gets a lot of
visitors However did you know even more people visit Floridarsquos state parks More than
20 million people visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17
million visitors each year
Florida is perfect for ecotourism Eighty percent of visitors spend time outdoors
Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife They also enjoy outdoor sports
such as canoeing and hiking___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
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Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
Sheet2
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps protect many sites in Florida There are many amazing places located
here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys have the worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of beach
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the statersquos only dry cavern
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee These fees help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism helps hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
statersquos Green Lodging Program asks hotels to save
natural resources A ldquogreenrdquo hotel must recycle and conserve water It must also use
energy wisely In addition they must reduce waste The state promotes these hotels to
visitors
Everyone Benefits
You know ecotourism protects our resources Did you know that it also helps Floridians
Many people work in ecotourism or related jobs Floridarsquos fishing industry creates more
than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged people to
use ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group states that ecotourism
should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the most visited attractions However did you know
that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists visit
Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17 million visitors each year
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism The Science and Environment
Council of Southwest Florida studies tourism It states that eighty percent of visitors
spend time outdoors Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife Outdoor
sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
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Sheet1
Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
Sheet2
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect many of Floridarsquos special habitats There are many amazing
places located here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys are home to worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is also
home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only dry cavern in Florida
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats For example
state and national parks have a small entrance fee Part
of these fees are used to help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources A hotel must recycle and conserve water to join the program It
must also be energy efficient and reduce waste These hotels are promoted to visitors
as a ldquogreenrdquo hotels
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to
the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged travelers
to support ecotourism According to The International
Ecotourism Society ecotourism should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the worldrsquos most visited attractions However did you
know that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists
visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 compared to 17 million visitors to the Magic Kingdom
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism According to Science and
Environment Council of Southwest Florida eighty percent of visitors participate in
outdoor recreation during their stay Nearly half of all visitors go to the beach or view
wildlife Outdoor sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
Sheet1
Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
Sheet2
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
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owle
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zatio
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nven
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unde
rsta
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us
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ish
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my
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ni
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Nam
e _
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form
ativ
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bric
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itle
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Directions
When it is time to begin read both the passage(s) and the prompt You are to plan and write an essay about the passage(s) according to the directions in the prompt
You will be scored based on how well you express your ideas Be sure to write clearly and make your writing interesting to the reader
Before you begin writing take time to read the prompts think about what you read and then plan your essay
WRITE ONLY ABOUT THE PROMPT AND PASSAGE(S)
You have __________ minutes to complete this activity
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The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Florida is home to The Everglades National Park The Everglades are the largest
subtropical wetland ecosystem in North America It is formed by a series of wetlands
lakes and rivers It begins south of Orlando
and continues to almost the southern tip of
the state This area includes many types of
habitats including prairies mangroves
marshland woods and Florida Bay The
Everglades are home to 67 threatened or
endangered species In addition the park
contains a huge variety of wildlife including
fish mammals birds and reptiles
Problems in the Everglades
Today the Everglades are only half of their original size During the 20th century
developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture People
cut down the forests to use as wood Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean
views In addition animal species were overhunted This upset the animal populations in
the ecosystem
The ecosystem of the Everglades continues to be
stressed by a number of factors South Floridarsquos
population has grown to over seven million people
Land near the park continues to be developed to
support the population growth Pollution from these
developed areas affects the Everglades For example
fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply
This pollution causes mercury to build up which
poisons the wildlife
One in three Floridians gets their water from the Everglades Fresh water is taken from
the Everglades in different ways On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the water
An alligator rests in the Everglades
___________________________1 desalinate to remove salt from seawater
Chart1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
300
350
40
50
Sheet1
Sheet1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
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Name __________________Date __________________
In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to cities This prevents the water from flowing into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be restored The low water levels affect the wildlife populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is low This kills the small animals that are eaten by wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting ecosystems in the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens Some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have adapted to the habitat and spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals have escaped or are released into the Everglades They often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created They will capture contaminated water before it reaches the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed This allows freshwater to flow back into the ecosystem However progress has been slow The Everglades continue to be considered an endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
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Name __________________Date __________________
The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Florida is home to The Everglades National Park The Everglades are the largest
subtropical wetland ecosystem in North America It is formed by a series of wetlands
lakes and rivers that begin south of Orlando and continue to almost the southern tip of
the state This area includes many types of
habitats including freshwater and coastal
prairies mangroves marshland pine and
cypress woods and Florida Bay The
Everglades are home to 67 threatened or
endangered species In addition the park
contains a huge variety of wildlife including
fish mammals birds and reptiles
Problems in the Everglades
Today the Everglades are only half of their original size During the 20th century
developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture People
cut down the forests to use as wood Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean
views In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in the
ecosystem
The ecosystem of the Everglades continues to be
stressed by a number of factors South Floridarsquos
population has grown to over seven million people
Land near the park continues to be developed to
support the population growth Pollution from these
developed areas affects the Everglades For example
fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply
This pollution causes mercury to build up which
poisons the wildlife
One in three Floridians gets their water from the Everglades Fresh water is taken from
the Everglades in different ways On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the water
An alligator rests in the Everglades
___________________________1 desalinate to remove salt from seawater
Chart1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
300
350
40
50
Sheet1
Sheet1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
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Name __________________Date __________________
In other areas levees canals and pumping stations
are used to direct water to cities ndash instead of flowing
into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be
restored The low water levels affect the wildlife
populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more
easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is
low This kills the small animals that are eaten by
wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting ecosystems in the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens and some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have adapted to the habitat and spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals that have escaped into the Everglades often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread throughout the area These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located
on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil
Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the
Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created
to captured contaminated water before it reaches
the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed
This allows freshwater to flow back into the
ecosystem However progress has been slow The
Everglades continue to be considered an
endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Reading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Use the article The Everglades An Endangered Habitat to answer the following questions
1 Why did the author most likely write this article Select the best choiceA To inform readers of problems in the EvergladesB To persuade people to save the EvergladesC To entertain the reader
D To explain how to protect the Everglades
2 Which of the following is NOT a cause of water problems in the Everglades
A The population of south Florida depends upon resources from the
Everglades
B Fertilizer from surrounding farms causes pollution
C Non-native animals often do not have natural predators in the
Everglades
D Climate change is causing sea levels to rise
3 Which type of evidence does the author use most in the article
A Opinions
B Facts
C Personal Experience
D Common Knowledge
4 Based on the graph which type of animal has the fewest species in the
Everglades
A Fish
B Birds
C Reptiles
D Mammals
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5 Read the quotation below Which word could be used in place of the bold-faced word Select the best choice
A Foreign
B Different
C Strange
D Weird
6 Which of the following would be another good title for this articleA The Everglades Saving a Unique Habitat
B The Waters of the Everglades
C The Crisis in the Everglades
D The Everglades Floridarsquos Wetland
7 Why did the author include a picture of an airboat in the article
ldquoNon-native plants and animals are also affecting the Evergladesrdquo
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have supported
ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group says that ecotourism
should
- have little impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for the environment
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is a top tourist destination Many people know Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom gets a lot of
visitors However did you know even more people visit Floridarsquos state parks More than
20 million people visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17
million visitors each year
Florida is perfect for ecotourism Eighty percent of visitors spend time outdoors
Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife They also enjoy outdoor sports
such as canoeing and hiking___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
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Water Usage in Florida
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps protect many sites in Florida There are many amazing places located
here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys have the worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of beach
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the statersquos only dry cavern
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee These fees help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism helps hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
statersquos Green Lodging Program asks hotels to save
natural resources A ldquogreenrdquo hotel must recycle and conserve water It must also use
energy wisely In addition they must reduce waste The state promotes these hotels to
visitors
Everyone Benefits
You know ecotourism protects our resources Did you know that it also helps Floridians
Many people work in ecotourism or related jobs Floridarsquos fishing industry creates more
than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged people to
use ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group states that ecotourism
should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the most visited attractions However did you know
that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists visit
Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17 million visitors each year
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism The Science and Environment
Council of Southwest Florida studies tourism It states that eighty percent of visitors
spend time outdoors Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife Outdoor
sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
Sheet1
Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
Sheet2
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Name ___________________Date _____________________
Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect many of Floridarsquos special habitats There are many amazing
places located here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys are home to worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is also
home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only dry cavern in Florida
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats For example
state and national parks have a small entrance fee Part
of these fees are used to help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources A hotel must recycle and conserve water to join the program It
must also be energy efficient and reduce waste These hotels are promoted to visitors
as a ldquogreenrdquo hotels
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to
the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged travelers
to support ecotourism According to The International
Ecotourism Society ecotourism should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the worldrsquos most visited attractions However did you
know that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists
visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 compared to 17 million visitors to the Magic Kingdom
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism According to Science and
Environment Council of Southwest Florida eighty percent of visitors participate in
outdoor recreation during their stay Nearly half of all visitors go to the beach or view
wildlife Outdoor sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
Sheet1
Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
Sheet2
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Name ___________________Date _____________________
Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
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Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
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In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to cities This prevents the water from flowing into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be restored The low water levels affect the wildlife populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is low This kills the small animals that are eaten by wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting ecosystems in the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens Some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have adapted to the habitat and spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals have escaped or are released into the Everglades They often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created They will capture contaminated water before it reaches the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed This allows freshwater to flow back into the ecosystem However progress has been slow The Everglades continue to be considered an endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
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The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Florida is home to The Everglades National Park The Everglades are the largest
subtropical wetland ecosystem in North America It is formed by a series of wetlands
lakes and rivers that begin south of Orlando and continue to almost the southern tip of
the state This area includes many types of
habitats including freshwater and coastal
prairies mangroves marshland pine and
cypress woods and Florida Bay The
Everglades are home to 67 threatened or
endangered species In addition the park
contains a huge variety of wildlife including
fish mammals birds and reptiles
Problems in the Everglades
Today the Everglades are only half of their original size During the 20th century
developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture People
cut down the forests to use as wood Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean
views In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in the
ecosystem
The ecosystem of the Everglades continues to be
stressed by a number of factors South Floridarsquos
population has grown to over seven million people
Land near the park continues to be developed to
support the population growth Pollution from these
developed areas affects the Everglades For example
fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply
This pollution causes mercury to build up which
poisons the wildlife
One in three Floridians gets their water from the Everglades Fresh water is taken from
the Everglades in different ways On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the water
An alligator rests in the Everglades
___________________________1 desalinate to remove salt from seawater
Chart1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
300
350
40
50
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In other areas levees canals and pumping stations
are used to direct water to cities ndash instead of flowing
into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be
restored The low water levels affect the wildlife
populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more
easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is
low This kills the small animals that are eaten by
wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting ecosystems in the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens and some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have adapted to the habitat and spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals that have escaped into the Everglades often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread throughout the area These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located
on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil
Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the
Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created
to captured contaminated water before it reaches
the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed
This allows freshwater to flow back into the
ecosystem However progress has been slow The
Everglades continue to be considered an
endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Reading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Use the article The Everglades An Endangered Habitat to answer the following questions
1 Why did the author most likely write this article Select the best choiceA To inform readers of problems in the EvergladesB To persuade people to save the EvergladesC To entertain the reader
D To explain how to protect the Everglades
2 Which of the following is NOT a cause of water problems in the Everglades
A The population of south Florida depends upon resources from the
Everglades
B Fertilizer from surrounding farms causes pollution
C Non-native animals often do not have natural predators in the
Everglades
D Climate change is causing sea levels to rise
3 Which type of evidence does the author use most in the article
A Opinions
B Facts
C Personal Experience
D Common Knowledge
4 Based on the graph which type of animal has the fewest species in the
Everglades
A Fish
B Birds
C Reptiles
D Mammals
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5 Read the quotation below Which word could be used in place of the bold-faced word Select the best choice
A Foreign
B Different
C Strange
D Weird
6 Which of the following would be another good title for this articleA The Everglades Saving a Unique Habitat
B The Waters of the Everglades
C The Crisis in the Everglades
D The Everglades Floridarsquos Wetland
7 Why did the author include a picture of an airboat in the article
ldquoNon-native plants and animals are also affecting the Evergladesrdquo
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have supported
ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group says that ecotourism
should
- have little impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for the environment
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is a top tourist destination Many people know Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom gets a lot of
visitors However did you know even more people visit Floridarsquos state parks More than
20 million people visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17
million visitors each year
Florida is perfect for ecotourism Eighty percent of visitors spend time outdoors
Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife They also enjoy outdoor sports
such as canoeing and hiking___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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20
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Water Usage in Florida
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps protect many sites in Florida There are many amazing places located
here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys have the worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of beach
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the statersquos only dry cavern
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee These fees help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism helps hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
statersquos Green Lodging Program asks hotels to save
natural resources A ldquogreenrdquo hotel must recycle and conserve water It must also use
energy wisely In addition they must reduce waste The state promotes these hotels to
visitors
Everyone Benefits
You know ecotourism protects our resources Did you know that it also helps Floridians
Many people work in ecotourism or related jobs Floridarsquos fishing industry creates more
than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged people to
use ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group states that ecotourism
should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the most visited attractions However did you know
that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists visit
Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17 million visitors each year
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism The Science and Environment
Council of Southwest Florida studies tourism It states that eighty percent of visitors
spend time outdoors Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife Outdoor
sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
Sheet1
Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect many of Floridarsquos special habitats There are many amazing
places located here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys are home to worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is also
home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only dry cavern in Florida
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats For example
state and national parks have a small entrance fee Part
of these fees are used to help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources A hotel must recycle and conserve water to join the program It
must also be energy efficient and reduce waste These hotels are promoted to visitors
as a ldquogreenrdquo hotels
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to
the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged travelers
to support ecotourism According to The International
Ecotourism Society ecotourism should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the worldrsquos most visited attractions However did you
know that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists
visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 compared to 17 million visitors to the Magic Kingdom
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism According to Science and
Environment Council of Southwest Florida eighty percent of visitors participate in
outdoor recreation during their stay Nearly half of all visitors go to the beach or view
wildlife Outdoor sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
Sheet1
Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
Sheet2
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Name ___________________Date _____________________
Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
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In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to cities This prevents the water from flowing into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be restored The low water levels affect the wildlife populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is low This kills the small animals that are eaten by wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting ecosystems in the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens Some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have adapted to the habitat and spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals have escaped or are released into the Everglades They often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created They will capture contaminated water before it reaches the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed This allows freshwater to flow back into the ecosystem However progress has been slow The Everglades continue to be considered an endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
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Name __________________Date __________________
The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Florida is home to The Everglades National Park The Everglades are the largest
subtropical wetland ecosystem in North America It is formed by a series of wetlands
lakes and rivers that begin south of Orlando and continue to almost the southern tip of
the state This area includes many types of
habitats including freshwater and coastal
prairies mangroves marshland pine and
cypress woods and Florida Bay The
Everglades are home to 67 threatened or
endangered species In addition the park
contains a huge variety of wildlife including
fish mammals birds and reptiles
Problems in the Everglades
Today the Everglades are only half of their original size During the 20th century
developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture People
cut down the forests to use as wood Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean
views In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in the
ecosystem
The ecosystem of the Everglades continues to be
stressed by a number of factors South Floridarsquos
population has grown to over seven million people
Land near the park continues to be developed to
support the population growth Pollution from these
developed areas affects the Everglades For example
fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply
This pollution causes mercury to build up which
poisons the wildlife
One in three Floridians gets their water from the Everglades Fresh water is taken from
the Everglades in different ways On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the water
An alligator rests in the Everglades
___________________________1 desalinate to remove salt from seawater
Chart1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
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In other areas levees canals and pumping stations
are used to direct water to cities ndash instead of flowing
into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be
restored The low water levels affect the wildlife
populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more
easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is
low This kills the small animals that are eaten by
wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting ecosystems in the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens and some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have adapted to the habitat and spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals that have escaped into the Everglades often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread throughout the area These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located
on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil
Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the
Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created
to captured contaminated water before it reaches
the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed
This allows freshwater to flow back into the
ecosystem However progress has been slow The
Everglades continue to be considered an
endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Reading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Use the article The Everglades An Endangered Habitat to answer the following questions
1 Why did the author most likely write this article Select the best choiceA To inform readers of problems in the EvergladesB To persuade people to save the EvergladesC To entertain the reader
D To explain how to protect the Everglades
2 Which of the following is NOT a cause of water problems in the Everglades
A The population of south Florida depends upon resources from the
Everglades
B Fertilizer from surrounding farms causes pollution
C Non-native animals often do not have natural predators in the
Everglades
D Climate change is causing sea levels to rise
3 Which type of evidence does the author use most in the article
A Opinions
B Facts
C Personal Experience
D Common Knowledge
4 Based on the graph which type of animal has the fewest species in the
Everglades
A Fish
B Birds
C Reptiles
D Mammals
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5 Read the quotation below Which word could be used in place of the bold-faced word Select the best choice
A Foreign
B Different
C Strange
D Weird
6 Which of the following would be another good title for this articleA The Everglades Saving a Unique Habitat
B The Waters of the Everglades
C The Crisis in the Everglades
D The Everglades Floridarsquos Wetland
7 Why did the author include a picture of an airboat in the article
ldquoNon-native plants and animals are also affecting the Evergladesrdquo
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have supported
ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group says that ecotourism
should
- have little impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for the environment
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is a top tourist destination Many people know Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom gets a lot of
visitors However did you know even more people visit Floridarsquos state parks More than
20 million people visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17
million visitors each year
Florida is perfect for ecotourism Eighty percent of visitors spend time outdoors
Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife They also enjoy outdoor sports
such as canoeing and hiking___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps protect many sites in Florida There are many amazing places located
here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys have the worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of beach
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the statersquos only dry cavern
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee These fees help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism helps hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
statersquos Green Lodging Program asks hotels to save
natural resources A ldquogreenrdquo hotel must recycle and conserve water It must also use
energy wisely In addition they must reduce waste The state promotes these hotels to
visitors
Everyone Benefits
You know ecotourism protects our resources Did you know that it also helps Floridians
Many people work in ecotourism or related jobs Floridarsquos fishing industry creates more
than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged people to
use ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group states that ecotourism
should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the most visited attractions However did you know
that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists visit
Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17 million visitors each year
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism The Science and Environment
Council of Southwest Florida studies tourism It states that eighty percent of visitors
spend time outdoors Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife Outdoor
sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
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Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect many of Floridarsquos special habitats There are many amazing
places located here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys are home to worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is also
home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only dry cavern in Florida
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats For example
state and national parks have a small entrance fee Part
of these fees are used to help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources A hotel must recycle and conserve water to join the program It
must also be energy efficient and reduce waste These hotels are promoted to visitors
as a ldquogreenrdquo hotels
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to
the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged travelers
to support ecotourism According to The International
Ecotourism Society ecotourism should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the worldrsquos most visited attractions However did you
know that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists
visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 compared to 17 million visitors to the Magic Kingdom
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism According to Science and
Environment Council of Southwest Florida eighty percent of visitors participate in
outdoor recreation during their stay Nearly half of all visitors go to the beach or view
wildlife Outdoor sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
Sheet1
Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
Sheet2
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
Fin
alG
rad
e
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e re
spon
se is
cons
isten
tly fo
cuse
d on
the
purp
ose
of th
e pr
ompt
Th
e w
ritin
g sh
ows a
se
nse
of a
udie
nce
and
task
Th
e es
say
is cle
arly
orga
nize
d a
nd h
as a
sens
e of
com
plet
enes
sRe
spon
se in
clude
s mos
t of t
he fo
llow
ing
-St
rong
ly m
aint
aine
d to
pic w
ith lit
tle o
r no
unr
elat
ed in
form
atio
n-
Skillf
ul u
se o
f a va
riety
of t
rans
ition
s tha
t he
lp th
e re
ader
und
erst
and
the
rela
tions
hip
amon
g id
eas
-Id
eas a
re o
rgan
ized
in a
logi
cal m
anne
r fro
m b
egin
ning
to e
nd i
nclu
ding
a
stro
ng in
trodu
ctio
n an
d co
nclu
sion
Resp
onse
has
det
aile
d an
d co
nvin
cing
su
ppor
tev
iden
ce fo
r the
writ
errsquos
topi
c th
at in
clud
es th
e ef
fect
ive
use
of so
urce
s
fact
s a
nd d
etai
ls
The
resp
onse
incl
udes
mos
t of t
he
follo
win
g-
Rele
vant
evi
denc
e th
at is
pre
sent
ed
smoo
thly
and
thor
ough
ly w
ith
refe
renc
es to
sour
ces
-St
rong
use
of a
var
iety
of e
labo
rativ
e te
chni
ques
dem
onst
ratin
g a d
eep
unde
rsta
ndin
g of
the
topi
c and
text
-
Clea
r and
effe
ctiv
e ex
pres
sion
of id
eas
us
ing
spec
ific l
angu
age
-Do
mai
n-sp
ecifi
c vo
cabu
lary
use
d cl
early
and
app
ropr
iate
ly fo
r the
au
dien
ce a
nd p
urpo
se
-Va
ried
sent
ence
stru
ctur
e
3Th
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spon
se is
usu
ally
focu
sed
on th
e pu
rpos
e of
th
e pr
ompt
Th
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ritin
g sh
ows a
som
e se
nse
of
audi
ence
and
task
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has a
stat
ed to
pic
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ess
ay is
org
anize
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nd
has a
sens
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com
plet
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spon
se in
clude
s mos
t of t
he fo
llow
ing
-M
aint
aine
d to
pic
alth
ough
som
e un
rela
ted
info
rmat
ion
may
be
pres
ent
-Go
od u
se o
f tra
nsiti
ons w
ith so
me
varie
ty
that
hel
p th
e re
ader
und
erst
and
the
rela
tions
hip
amon
g id
eas
-Id
eas a
re o
rgan
ized
in a
logi
cal m
anne
r fro
m
begi
nnin
g to
end
inc
ludi
ng a
intro
duct
ion
and
conc
lusio
n
Resp
onse
has
ade
quat
e su
ppor
tev
iden
ce
for t
he w
riter
rsquos to
pic t
hat i
nclu
des t
he u
se o
f so
urce
s fa
cts
and
det
ails
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e re
spon
se in
clud
es m
ost o
f the
follo
win
g-
Mos
tly in
tegr
ated
evi
denc
e fr
om
sour
ces
alth
ough
they
may
be
gene
ral
impr
ecise
or i
ncon
siste
nt
-Ad
equa
te u
se o
f som
e el
abor
ativ
e te
chni
ques
-
Adeq
uate
exp
ress
ion
of id
eas
usin
g a
mix
of s
peci
fic a
nd g
ener
al la
ngua
ge
-Do
mai
n-sp
ecifi
c vo
cabu
lary
usu
ally
ap
prop
riate
ly fo
r the
aud
ienc
e an
d pu
rpos
e-
Som
e va
riety
in se
nten
ce s
truc
ture
2Th
e re
spon
se is
som
ewha
t foc
used
on
the
purp
ose
of th
e pr
ompt
alth
ough
it m
ay
inclu
de lo
osel
y re
late
d or
unr
elat
ed m
ater
ial
Th
e w
ritin
g m
ay sh
ow a
sens
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aud
ienc
e an
d ta
sk
It ha
s a st
ated
opi
nion
and
the
orga
niza
tion
of th
e es
say
may
not
mat
ch th
e to
pic
Resp
onse
may
inclu
de th
e fo
llow
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-Pa
rtial
ly fo
cuse
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pic
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t is u
ncle
ar
or n
ot m
aint
aine
d th
roug
hout
writ
ing
-In
cons
isten
t use
of t
rans
ition
s with
little
va
riety
-
Unev
en d
evel
opm
ent o
f ide
as fr
om
begi
nnin
g to
end
inc
ludi
ng a
wea
k in
trodu
ctio
n an
dor
con
clusio
n
Resp
onse
has
une
ven
supp
ort
evid
ence
fo
r the
writ
errsquos
topi
c in
clud
ing
the
inef
fect
ive
use
of so
urce
s fa
cts
and
de
tails
Th
e re
spon
se m
ay in
clud
e th
e fo
llow
ing
-W
eakl
y us
ed e
vide
nce
from
sour
ces
or ir
rele
vant
refe
renc
es
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petit
ive
or in
effe
ctiv
e us
e of
el
abor
ate
tech
niqu
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nspe
cific
or s
impl
istic
exp
ress
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of
idea
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Inap
prop
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neffe
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e do
mai
n-sp
ecifi
c voc
abul
ary
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nten
ces m
ay b
e lim
ited
to si
mpl
e co
nstr
uctio
ns
The
resp
onse
dem
onst
rate
s an
adeq
uate
com
man
d of
bas
ic
conv
entio
ns
The
resp
onse
may
incl
ude
the
follo
win
g-
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e m
inor
err
ors i
n us
age
but n
o pa
tter
ns o
f err
ors
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equa
te u
se o
f pun
ctua
tion
ca
pita
lizat
ion
sent
ence
form
atio
n
and
spel
ling
1Th
e re
spon
se is
rela
ted
to th
e to
pic o
f th
e pr
ompt
but
may
show
little
or n
o aw
aren
ess o
f the
pur
pose
aud
ienc
e
and
task
It
does
not
hav
e a
stat
ed to
pic
and
it ha
s litt
le o
r no
orga
niza
tion
Re
spon
se m
ay in
clude
the
follo
win
g-
Abse
nt o
r con
fusin
g to
pic
-M
any
unre
late
d id
eas t
hat a
ffect
th
e re
ader
rsquos un
ders
tand
ing
-Fe
w o
r no
trans
ition
s-
Too
shor
t to
dem
onst
rate
kn
owle
dge
of th
e to
pic o
r or
gani
zatio
n
Resp
onse
has
litt
le
supp
ort
evid
ence
for t
he w
riter
rsquos
topi
c in
clud
ing
little
if a
ny u
se o
f so
urce
s fa
cts
and
det
ails
Th
e re
spon
se m
ay in
clud
e th
e fo
llow
ing
-Li
ttle
inc
orre
ct i
rrel
evan
t or
ab
sent
evi
denc
e fr
om so
urce
s-
Expr
essio
n of
idea
s is v
ague
un
clea
r or
conf
usin
g-
Lim
ited
or in
appr
opria
te
lang
uage
or d
omai
n-sp
ecifi
cvo
cabu
lary
-
Sent
ence
stru
ctur
e lim
ited
to
simpl
e co
nstr
uctio
n
The
resp
onse
dem
onst
rate
s a
part
ial c
omm
and
of b
asic
co
nven
tions
Th
e re
spon
se m
ay
incl
ude
the
follo
win
g-
Vario
us e
rror
s in
usag
e-
Inco
nsist
ent u
se o
f cor
rect
pu
nctu
atio
n c
apita
lizat
ion
se
nten
ce fo
rmat
ion
and
sp
ellin
g
0
The
resp
onse
de
mon
stra
tesa
lack
of
com
man
d of
co
nven
tions
with
fr
eque
nt a
nd se
vere
er
rors
that
affe
ct th
e re
ader
rsquos
unde
rsta
ndin
g
Purp
ose
Foc
us
amp O
rgan
izatio
n
Evid
ence
amp
Elab
orat
ion
Conv
entio
nsof
St
anda
rd
Engl
ish
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Directions
When it is time to begin read both the passage(s) and the prompt You are to plan and write an essay about the passage(s) according to the directions in the prompt
You will be scored based on how well you express your ideas Be sure to write clearly and make your writing interesting to the reader
Before you begin writing take time to read the prompts think about what you read and then plan your essay
WRITE ONLY ABOUT THE PROMPT AND PASSAGE(S)
You have __________ minutes to complete this activity
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Seaworld
Universal Studios
Floridas National Parks
Disneys Magic Kingdom
Floridas State Parks
fish
300
birds
350
mammals
40
reptiles
50
fish
birds
mammals
reptiles
fish
300
birds
350
mammals
40
reptiles
50
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Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
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In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to cities This prevents the water from flowing into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be restored The low water levels affect the wildlife populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is low This kills the small animals that are eaten by wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting ecosystems in the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens Some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have adapted to the habitat and spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals have escaped or are released into the Everglades They often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created They will capture contaminated water before it reaches the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed This allows freshwater to flow back into the ecosystem However progress has been slow The Everglades continue to be considered an endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
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The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Florida is home to The Everglades National Park The Everglades are the largest
subtropical wetland ecosystem in North America It is formed by a series of wetlands
lakes and rivers that begin south of Orlando and continue to almost the southern tip of
the state This area includes many types of
habitats including freshwater and coastal
prairies mangroves marshland pine and
cypress woods and Florida Bay The
Everglades are home to 67 threatened or
endangered species In addition the park
contains a huge variety of wildlife including
fish mammals birds and reptiles
Problems in the Everglades
Today the Everglades are only half of their original size During the 20th century
developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture People
cut down the forests to use as wood Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean
views In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in the
ecosystem
The ecosystem of the Everglades continues to be
stressed by a number of factors South Floridarsquos
population has grown to over seven million people
Land near the park continues to be developed to
support the population growth Pollution from these
developed areas affects the Everglades For example
fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply
This pollution causes mercury to build up which
poisons the wildlife
One in three Floridians gets their water from the Everglades Fresh water is taken from
the Everglades in different ways On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the water
An alligator rests in the Everglades
___________________________1 desalinate to remove salt from seawater
Chart1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
300
350
40
50
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Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
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In other areas levees canals and pumping stations
are used to direct water to cities ndash instead of flowing
into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be
restored The low water levels affect the wildlife
populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more
easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is
low This kills the small animals that are eaten by
wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting ecosystems in the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens and some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have adapted to the habitat and spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals that have escaped into the Everglades often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread throughout the area These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located
on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil
Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the
Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created
to captured contaminated water before it reaches
the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed
This allows freshwater to flow back into the
ecosystem However progress has been slow The
Everglades continue to be considered an
endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Reading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Use the article The Everglades An Endangered Habitat to answer the following questions
1 Why did the author most likely write this article Select the best choiceA To inform readers of problems in the EvergladesB To persuade people to save the EvergladesC To entertain the reader
D To explain how to protect the Everglades
2 Which of the following is NOT a cause of water problems in the Everglades
A The population of south Florida depends upon resources from the
Everglades
B Fertilizer from surrounding farms causes pollution
C Non-native animals often do not have natural predators in the
Everglades
D Climate change is causing sea levels to rise
3 Which type of evidence does the author use most in the article
A Opinions
B Facts
C Personal Experience
D Common Knowledge
4 Based on the graph which type of animal has the fewest species in the
Everglades
A Fish
B Birds
C Reptiles
D Mammals
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5 Read the quotation below Which word could be used in place of the bold-faced word Select the best choice
A Foreign
B Different
C Strange
D Weird
6 Which of the following would be another good title for this articleA The Everglades Saving a Unique Habitat
B The Waters of the Everglades
C The Crisis in the Everglades
D The Everglades Floridarsquos Wetland
7 Why did the author include a picture of an airboat in the article
ldquoNon-native plants and animals are also affecting the Evergladesrdquo
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have supported
ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group says that ecotourism
should
- have little impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for the environment
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is a top tourist destination Many people know Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom gets a lot of
visitors However did you know even more people visit Floridarsquos state parks More than
20 million people visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17
million visitors each year
Florida is perfect for ecotourism Eighty percent of visitors spend time outdoors
Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife They also enjoy outdoor sports
such as canoeing and hiking___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
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Water Usage in Florida
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps protect many sites in Florida There are many amazing places located
here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys have the worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of beach
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the statersquos only dry cavern
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee These fees help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism helps hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
statersquos Green Lodging Program asks hotels to save
natural resources A ldquogreenrdquo hotel must recycle and conserve water It must also use
energy wisely In addition they must reduce waste The state promotes these hotels to
visitors
Everyone Benefits
You know ecotourism protects our resources Did you know that it also helps Floridians
Many people work in ecotourism or related jobs Floridarsquos fishing industry creates more
than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged people to
use ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group states that ecotourism
should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the most visited attractions However did you know
that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists visit
Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17 million visitors each year
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism The Science and Environment
Council of Southwest Florida studies tourism It states that eighty percent of visitors
spend time outdoors Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife Outdoor
sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
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Water Usage in Florida
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect many of Floridarsquos special habitats There are many amazing
places located here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys are home to worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is also
home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only dry cavern in Florida
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats For example
state and national parks have a small entrance fee Part
of these fees are used to help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources A hotel must recycle and conserve water to join the program It
must also be energy efficient and reduce waste These hotels are promoted to visitors
as a ldquogreenrdquo hotels
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to
the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged travelers
to support ecotourism According to The International
Ecotourism Society ecotourism should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the worldrsquos most visited attractions However did you
know that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists
visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 compared to 17 million visitors to the Magic Kingdom
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism According to Science and
Environment Council of Southwest Florida eighty percent of visitors participate in
outdoor recreation during their stay Nearly half of all visitors go to the beach or view
wildlife Outdoor sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
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Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
Sheet2
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
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In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to cities This prevents the water from flowing into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be restored The low water levels affect the wildlife populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is low This kills the small animals that are eaten by wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting ecosystems in the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens Some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have adapted to the habitat and spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals have escaped or are released into the Everglades They often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created They will capture contaminated water before it reaches the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed This allows freshwater to flow back into the ecosystem However progress has been slow The Everglades continue to be considered an endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
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The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Florida is home to The Everglades National Park The Everglades are the largest
subtropical wetland ecosystem in North America It is formed by a series of wetlands
lakes and rivers that begin south of Orlando and continue to almost the southern tip of
the state This area includes many types of
habitats including freshwater and coastal
prairies mangroves marshland pine and
cypress woods and Florida Bay The
Everglades are home to 67 threatened or
endangered species In addition the park
contains a huge variety of wildlife including
fish mammals birds and reptiles
Problems in the Everglades
Today the Everglades are only half of their original size During the 20th century
developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture People
cut down the forests to use as wood Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean
views In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in the
ecosystem
The ecosystem of the Everglades continues to be
stressed by a number of factors South Floridarsquos
population has grown to over seven million people
Land near the park continues to be developed to
support the population growth Pollution from these
developed areas affects the Everglades For example
fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply
This pollution causes mercury to build up which
poisons the wildlife
One in three Floridians gets their water from the Everglades Fresh water is taken from
the Everglades in different ways On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the water
An alligator rests in the Everglades
___________________________1 desalinate to remove salt from seawater
Chart1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
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350
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Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
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In other areas levees canals and pumping stations
are used to direct water to cities ndash instead of flowing
into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be
restored The low water levels affect the wildlife
populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more
easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is
low This kills the small animals that are eaten by
wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting ecosystems in the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens and some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have adapted to the habitat and spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals that have escaped into the Everglades often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread throughout the area These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located
on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil
Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the
Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created
to captured contaminated water before it reaches
the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed
This allows freshwater to flow back into the
ecosystem However progress has been slow The
Everglades continue to be considered an
endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Reading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Use the article The Everglades An Endangered Habitat to answer the following questions
1 Why did the author most likely write this article Select the best choiceA To inform readers of problems in the EvergladesB To persuade people to save the EvergladesC To entertain the reader
D To explain how to protect the Everglades
2 Which of the following is NOT a cause of water problems in the Everglades
A The population of south Florida depends upon resources from the
Everglades
B Fertilizer from surrounding farms causes pollution
C Non-native animals often do not have natural predators in the
Everglades
D Climate change is causing sea levels to rise
3 Which type of evidence does the author use most in the article
A Opinions
B Facts
C Personal Experience
D Common Knowledge
4 Based on the graph which type of animal has the fewest species in the
Everglades
A Fish
B Birds
C Reptiles
D Mammals
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5 Read the quotation below Which word could be used in place of the bold-faced word Select the best choice
A Foreign
B Different
C Strange
D Weird
6 Which of the following would be another good title for this articleA The Everglades Saving a Unique Habitat
B The Waters of the Everglades
C The Crisis in the Everglades
D The Everglades Floridarsquos Wetland
7 Why did the author include a picture of an airboat in the article
ldquoNon-native plants and animals are also affecting the Evergladesrdquo
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have supported
ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group says that ecotourism
should
- have little impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for the environment
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is a top tourist destination Many people know Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom gets a lot of
visitors However did you know even more people visit Floridarsquos state parks More than
20 million people visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17
million visitors each year
Florida is perfect for ecotourism Eighty percent of visitors spend time outdoors
Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife They also enjoy outdoor sports
such as canoeing and hiking___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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9
17
20
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Water Usage in Florida
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps protect many sites in Florida There are many amazing places located
here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys have the worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of beach
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the statersquos only dry cavern
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee These fees help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism helps hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
statersquos Green Lodging Program asks hotels to save
natural resources A ldquogreenrdquo hotel must recycle and conserve water It must also use
energy wisely In addition they must reduce waste The state promotes these hotels to
visitors
Everyone Benefits
You know ecotourism protects our resources Did you know that it also helps Floridians
Many people work in ecotourism or related jobs Floridarsquos fishing industry creates more
than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged people to
use ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group states that ecotourism
should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the most visited attractions However did you know
that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists visit
Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17 million visitors each year
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism The Science and Environment
Council of Southwest Florida studies tourism It states that eighty percent of visitors
spend time outdoors Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife Outdoor
sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
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Sheet1
Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect many of Floridarsquos special habitats There are many amazing
places located here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys are home to worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is also
home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only dry cavern in Florida
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats For example
state and national parks have a small entrance fee Part
of these fees are used to help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources A hotel must recycle and conserve water to join the program It
must also be energy efficient and reduce waste These hotels are promoted to visitors
as a ldquogreenrdquo hotels
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to
the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged travelers
to support ecotourism According to The International
Ecotourism Society ecotourism should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the worldrsquos most visited attractions However did you
know that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists
visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 compared to 17 million visitors to the Magic Kingdom
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism According to Science and
Environment Council of Southwest Florida eighty percent of visitors participate in
outdoor recreation during their stay Nearly half of all visitors go to the beach or view
wildlife Outdoor sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
Sheet1
Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
Sheet2
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
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The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Florida is home to The Everglades National Park The Everglades are the largest
subtropical wetland ecosystem in North America It is formed by a series of wetlands
lakes and rivers that begin south of Orlando and continue to almost the southern tip of
the state This area includes many types of
habitats including freshwater and coastal
prairies mangroves marshland pine and
cypress woods and Florida Bay The
Everglades are home to 67 threatened or
endangered species In addition the park
contains a huge variety of wildlife including
fish mammals birds and reptiles
Problems in the Everglades
Today the Everglades are only half of their original size During the 20th century
developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture People
cut down the forests to use as wood Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean
views In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in the
ecosystem
The ecosystem of the Everglades continues to be
stressed by a number of factors South Floridarsquos
population has grown to over seven million people
Land near the park continues to be developed to
support the population growth Pollution from these
developed areas affects the Everglades For example
fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply
This pollution causes mercury to build up which
poisons the wildlife
One in three Floridians gets their water from the Everglades Fresh water is taken from
the Everglades in different ways On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the water
An alligator rests in the Everglades
___________________________1 desalinate to remove salt from seawater
Chart1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
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In other areas levees canals and pumping stations
are used to direct water to cities ndash instead of flowing
into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be
restored The low water levels affect the wildlife
populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more
easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is
low This kills the small animals that are eaten by
wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting ecosystems in the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens and some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have adapted to the habitat and spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals that have escaped into the Everglades often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread throughout the area These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located
on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil
Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the
Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created
to captured contaminated water before it reaches
the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed
This allows freshwater to flow back into the
ecosystem However progress has been slow The
Everglades continue to be considered an
endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Reading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Use the article The Everglades An Endangered Habitat to answer the following questions
1 Why did the author most likely write this article Select the best choiceA To inform readers of problems in the EvergladesB To persuade people to save the EvergladesC To entertain the reader
D To explain how to protect the Everglades
2 Which of the following is NOT a cause of water problems in the Everglades
A The population of south Florida depends upon resources from the
Everglades
B Fertilizer from surrounding farms causes pollution
C Non-native animals often do not have natural predators in the
Everglades
D Climate change is causing sea levels to rise
3 Which type of evidence does the author use most in the article
A Opinions
B Facts
C Personal Experience
D Common Knowledge
4 Based on the graph which type of animal has the fewest species in the
Everglades
A Fish
B Birds
C Reptiles
D Mammals
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5 Read the quotation below Which word could be used in place of the bold-faced word Select the best choice
A Foreign
B Different
C Strange
D Weird
6 Which of the following would be another good title for this articleA The Everglades Saving a Unique Habitat
B The Waters of the Everglades
C The Crisis in the Everglades
D The Everglades Floridarsquos Wetland
7 Why did the author include a picture of an airboat in the article
ldquoNon-native plants and animals are also affecting the Evergladesrdquo
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have supported
ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group says that ecotourism
should
- have little impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for the environment
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is a top tourist destination Many people know Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom gets a lot of
visitors However did you know even more people visit Floridarsquos state parks More than
20 million people visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17
million visitors each year
Florida is perfect for ecotourism Eighty percent of visitors spend time outdoors
Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife They also enjoy outdoor sports
such as canoeing and hiking___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
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9
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Water Usage in Florida
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps protect many sites in Florida There are many amazing places located
here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys have the worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of beach
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the statersquos only dry cavern
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee These fees help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism helps hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
statersquos Green Lodging Program asks hotels to save
natural resources A ldquogreenrdquo hotel must recycle and conserve water It must also use
energy wisely In addition they must reduce waste The state promotes these hotels to
visitors
Everyone Benefits
You know ecotourism protects our resources Did you know that it also helps Floridians
Many people work in ecotourism or related jobs Floridarsquos fishing industry creates more
than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged people to
use ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group states that ecotourism
should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the most visited attractions However did you know
that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists visit
Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17 million visitors each year
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism The Science and Environment
Council of Southwest Florida studies tourism It states that eighty percent of visitors
spend time outdoors Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife Outdoor
sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
Sheet1
Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
Sheet2
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Name ___________________Date _____________________
Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect many of Floridarsquos special habitats There are many amazing
places located here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys are home to worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is also
home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only dry cavern in Florida
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats For example
state and national parks have a small entrance fee Part
of these fees are used to help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources A hotel must recycle and conserve water to join the program It
must also be energy efficient and reduce waste These hotels are promoted to visitors
as a ldquogreenrdquo hotels
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to
the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
copy2016 Amy Mezni 17
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged travelers
to support ecotourism According to The International
Ecotourism Society ecotourism should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the worldrsquos most visited attractions However did you
know that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists
visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 compared to 17 million visitors to the Magic Kingdom
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism According to Science and
Environment Council of Southwest Florida eighty percent of visitors participate in
outdoor recreation during their stay Nearly half of all visitors go to the beach or view
wildlife Outdoor sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
Sheet1
Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
Sheet2
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Name ___________________Date _____________________
Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
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iety
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ay
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pic
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urce
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r no
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owle
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r or
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ort
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urce
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When it is time to begin read both the passage(s) and the prompt You are to plan and write an essay about the passage(s) according to the directions in the prompt
You will be scored based on how well you express your ideas Be sure to write clearly and make your writing interesting to the reader
Before you begin writing take time to read the prompts think about what you read and then plan your essay
WRITE ONLY ABOUT THE PROMPT AND PASSAGE(S)
You have __________ minutes to complete this activity
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fish
300
birds
350
mammals
40
reptiles
50
fish
birds
mammals
reptiles
Chart1
Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
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In other areas levees canals and pumping stations
are used to direct water to cities ndash instead of flowing
into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be
restored The low water levels affect the wildlife
populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more
easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is
low This kills the small animals that are eaten by
wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting ecosystems in the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens and some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have adapted to the habitat and spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals that have escaped into the Everglades often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread throughout the area These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located
on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil
Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the
Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created
to captured contaminated water before it reaches
the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed
This allows freshwater to flow back into the
ecosystem However progress has been slow The
Everglades continue to be considered an
endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Reading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Use the article The Everglades An Endangered Habitat to answer the following questions
1 Why did the author most likely write this article Select the best choiceA To inform readers of problems in the EvergladesB To persuade people to save the EvergladesC To entertain the reader
D To explain how to protect the Everglades
2 Which of the following is NOT a cause of water problems in the Everglades
A The population of south Florida depends upon resources from the
Everglades
B Fertilizer from surrounding farms causes pollution
C Non-native animals often do not have natural predators in the
Everglades
D Climate change is causing sea levels to rise
3 Which type of evidence does the author use most in the article
A Opinions
B Facts
C Personal Experience
D Common Knowledge
4 Based on the graph which type of animal has the fewest species in the
Everglades
A Fish
B Birds
C Reptiles
D Mammals
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5 Read the quotation below Which word could be used in place of the bold-faced word Select the best choice
A Foreign
B Different
C Strange
D Weird
6 Which of the following would be another good title for this articleA The Everglades Saving a Unique Habitat
B The Waters of the Everglades
C The Crisis in the Everglades
D The Everglades Floridarsquos Wetland
7 Why did the author include a picture of an airboat in the article
ldquoNon-native plants and animals are also affecting the Evergladesrdquo
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have supported
ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group says that ecotourism
should
- have little impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for the environment
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is a top tourist destination Many people know Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom gets a lot of
visitors However did you know even more people visit Floridarsquos state parks More than
20 million people visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17
million visitors each year
Florida is perfect for ecotourism Eighty percent of visitors spend time outdoors
Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife They also enjoy outdoor sports
such as canoeing and hiking___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
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Water Usage in Florida
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Name ___________________Date _____________________
Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps protect many sites in Florida There are many amazing places located
here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys have the worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of beach
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the statersquos only dry cavern
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee These fees help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism helps hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
statersquos Green Lodging Program asks hotels to save
natural resources A ldquogreenrdquo hotel must recycle and conserve water It must also use
energy wisely In addition they must reduce waste The state promotes these hotels to
visitors
Everyone Benefits
You know ecotourism protects our resources Did you know that it also helps Floridians
Many people work in ecotourism or related jobs Floridarsquos fishing industry creates more
than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged people to
use ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group states that ecotourism
should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the most visited attractions However did you know
that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists visit
Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17 million visitors each year
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism The Science and Environment
Council of Southwest Florida studies tourism It states that eighty percent of visitors
spend time outdoors Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife Outdoor
sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
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Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Name ___________________Date _____________________
Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect many of Floridarsquos special habitats There are many amazing
places located here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys are home to worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is also
home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only dry cavern in Florida
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats For example
state and national parks have a small entrance fee Part
of these fees are used to help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources A hotel must recycle and conserve water to join the program It
must also be energy efficient and reduce waste These hotels are promoted to visitors
as a ldquogreenrdquo hotels
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to
the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged travelers
to support ecotourism According to The International
Ecotourism Society ecotourism should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the worldrsquos most visited attractions However did you
know that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists
visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 compared to 17 million visitors to the Magic Kingdom
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism According to Science and
Environment Council of Southwest Florida eighty percent of visitors participate in
outdoor recreation during their stay Nearly half of all visitors go to the beach or view
wildlife Outdoor sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
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Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
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alG
rad
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tly fo
cuse
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ritin
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ows a
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of a
udie
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say
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arly
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as a
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enes
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clude
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he fo
llow
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-St
rong
ly m
aint
aine
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ith lit
tle o
r no
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elat
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form
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n-
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ul u
se o
f a va
riety
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rans
ition
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lp th
e re
ader
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egin
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nclu
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trodu
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tev
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errsquos
topi
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at in
clud
es th
e ef
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use
of so
urce
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fact
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etai
ls
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resp
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incl
udes
mos
t of t
he
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win
g-
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evi
denc
e th
at is
pre
sent
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smoo
thly
and
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ith
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rong
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iety
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chni
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early
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rpos
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ompt
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and
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tegr
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gene
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ener
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mai
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usu
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riety
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nten
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truc
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ompt
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ay
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little
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clusio
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urce
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cts
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ay in
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vide
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ay b
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adeq
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inor
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n us
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tter
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sent
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form
atio
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and
spel
ling
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spon
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rela
ted
to th
e to
pic o
f th
e pr
ompt
but
may
show
little
or n
o aw
aren
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f the
pur
pose
aud
ienc
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and
task
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does
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hav
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stat
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pic
and
it ha
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le o
r no
orga
niza
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Re
spon
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ay in
clude
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win
g-
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nt o
r con
fusin
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pic
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any
unre
late
d id
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hat a
ffect
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e re
ader
rsquos un
ders
tand
ing
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w o
r no
trans
ition
s-
Too
shor
t to
dem
onst
rate
kn
owle
dge
of th
e to
pic o
r or
gani
zatio
n
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has
litt
le
supp
ort
evid
ence
for t
he w
riter
rsquos
topi
c in
clud
ing
little
if a
ny u
se o
f so
urce
s fa
cts
and
det
ails
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e re
spon
se m
ay in
clud
e th
e fo
llow
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ttle
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orre
ct i
rrel
evan
t or
ab
sent
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denc
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urce
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essio
n of
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ague
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clea
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omai
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Sent
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resp
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part
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omm
and
of b
asic
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nven
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incl
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rror
s in
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e-
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se o
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nctu
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apita
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se
nten
ce fo
rmat
ion
and
sp
ellin
g
0
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resp
onse
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mon
stra
tesa
lack
of
com
man
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co
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with
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affe
ct th
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unde
rsta
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Evid
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amp
Elab
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Conv
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anda
rd
Engl
ish
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When it is time to begin read both the passage(s) and the prompt You are to plan and write an essay about the passage(s) according to the directions in the prompt
You will be scored based on how well you express your ideas Be sure to write clearly and make your writing interesting to the reader
Before you begin writing take time to read the prompts think about what you read and then plan your essay
WRITE ONLY ABOUT THE PROMPT AND PASSAGE(S)
You have __________ minutes to complete this activity
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Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
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In other areas levees canals and pumping stations
are used to direct water to cities ndash instead of flowing
into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be
restored The low water levels affect the wildlife
populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more
easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is
low This kills the small animals that are eaten by
wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting ecosystems in the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens and some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have adapted to the habitat and spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals that have escaped into the Everglades often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread throughout the area These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located
on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil
Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the
Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created
to captured contaminated water before it reaches
the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed
This allows freshwater to flow back into the
ecosystem However progress has been slow The
Everglades continue to be considered an
endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Reading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Use the article The Everglades An Endangered Habitat to answer the following questions
1 Why did the author most likely write this article Select the best choiceA To inform readers of problems in the EvergladesB To persuade people to save the EvergladesC To entertain the reader
D To explain how to protect the Everglades
2 Which of the following is NOT a cause of water problems in the Everglades
A The population of south Florida depends upon resources from the
Everglades
B Fertilizer from surrounding farms causes pollution
C Non-native animals often do not have natural predators in the
Everglades
D Climate change is causing sea levels to rise
3 Which type of evidence does the author use most in the article
A Opinions
B Facts
C Personal Experience
D Common Knowledge
4 Based on the graph which type of animal has the fewest species in the
Everglades
A Fish
B Birds
C Reptiles
D Mammals
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5 Read the quotation below Which word could be used in place of the bold-faced word Select the best choice
A Foreign
B Different
C Strange
D Weird
6 Which of the following would be another good title for this articleA The Everglades Saving a Unique Habitat
B The Waters of the Everglades
C The Crisis in the Everglades
D The Everglades Floridarsquos Wetland
7 Why did the author include a picture of an airboat in the article
ldquoNon-native plants and animals are also affecting the Evergladesrdquo
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have supported
ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group says that ecotourism
should
- have little impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for the environment
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is a top tourist destination Many people know Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom gets a lot of
visitors However did you know even more people visit Floridarsquos state parks More than
20 million people visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17
million visitors each year
Florida is perfect for ecotourism Eighty percent of visitors spend time outdoors
Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife They also enjoy outdoor sports
such as canoeing and hiking___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
Sheet1
Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
Sheet2
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps protect many sites in Florida There are many amazing places located
here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys have the worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of beach
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the statersquos only dry cavern
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee These fees help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism helps hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
statersquos Green Lodging Program asks hotels to save
natural resources A ldquogreenrdquo hotel must recycle and conserve water It must also use
energy wisely In addition they must reduce waste The state promotes these hotels to
visitors
Everyone Benefits
You know ecotourism protects our resources Did you know that it also helps Floridians
Many people work in ecotourism or related jobs Floridarsquos fishing industry creates more
than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged people to
use ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group states that ecotourism
should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the most visited attractions However did you know
that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists visit
Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17 million visitors each year
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism The Science and Environment
Council of Southwest Florida studies tourism It states that eighty percent of visitors
spend time outdoors Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife Outdoor
sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
Sheet1
Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
Sheet2
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect many of Floridarsquos special habitats There are many amazing
places located here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys are home to worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is also
home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only dry cavern in Florida
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats For example
state and national parks have a small entrance fee Part
of these fees are used to help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources A hotel must recycle and conserve water to join the program It
must also be energy efficient and reduce waste These hotels are promoted to visitors
as a ldquogreenrdquo hotels
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to
the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged travelers
to support ecotourism According to The International
Ecotourism Society ecotourism should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the worldrsquos most visited attractions However did you
know that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists
visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 compared to 17 million visitors to the Magic Kingdom
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism According to Science and
Environment Council of Southwest Florida eighty percent of visitors participate in
outdoor recreation during their stay Nearly half of all visitors go to the beach or view
wildlife Outdoor sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
Sheet1
Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
Sheet2
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
Fin
alG
rad
e
4Th
e re
spon
se is
cons
isten
tly fo
cuse
d on
the
purp
ose
of th
e pr
ompt
Th
e w
ritin
g sh
ows a
se
nse
of a
udie
nce
and
task
Th
e es
say
is cle
arly
orga
nize
d a
nd h
as a
sens
e of
com
plet
enes
sRe
spon
se in
clude
s mos
t of t
he fo
llow
ing
-St
rong
ly m
aint
aine
d to
pic w
ith lit
tle o
r no
unr
elat
ed in
form
atio
n-
Skillf
ul u
se o
f a va
riety
of t
rans
ition
s tha
t he
lp th
e re
ader
und
erst
and
the
rela
tions
hip
amon
g id
eas
-Id
eas a
re o
rgan
ized
in a
logi
cal m
anne
r fro
m b
egin
ning
to e
nd i
nclu
ding
a
stro
ng in
trodu
ctio
n an
d co
nclu
sion
Resp
onse
has
det
aile
d an
d co
nvin
cing
su
ppor
tev
iden
ce fo
r the
writ
errsquos
topi
c th
at in
clud
es th
e ef
fect
ive
use
of so
urce
s
fact
s a
nd d
etai
ls
The
resp
onse
incl
udes
mos
t of t
he
follo
win
g-
Rele
vant
evi
denc
e th
at is
pre
sent
ed
smoo
thly
and
thor
ough
ly w
ith
refe
renc
es to
sour
ces
-St
rong
use
of a
var
iety
of e
labo
rativ
e te
chni
ques
dem
onst
ratin
g a d
eep
unde
rsta
ndin
g of
the
topi
c and
text
-
Clea
r and
effe
ctiv
e ex
pres
sion
of id
eas
us
ing
spec
ific l
angu
age
-Do
mai
n-sp
ecifi
c vo
cabu
lary
use
d cl
early
and
app
ropr
iate
ly fo
r the
au
dien
ce a
nd p
urpo
se
-Va
ried
sent
ence
stru
ctur
e
3Th
e re
spon
se is
usu
ally
focu
sed
on th
e pu
rpos
e of
th
e pr
ompt
Th
e w
ritin
g sh
ows a
som
e se
nse
of
audi
ence
and
task
It
has a
stat
ed to
pic
The
ess
ay is
org
anize
d a
nd
has a
sens
e of
com
plet
enes
sRe
spon
se in
clude
s mos
t of t
he fo
llow
ing
-M
aint
aine
d to
pic
alth
ough
som
e un
rela
ted
info
rmat
ion
may
be
pres
ent
-Go
od u
se o
f tra
nsiti
ons w
ith so
me
varie
ty
that
hel
p th
e re
ader
und
erst
and
the
rela
tions
hip
amon
g id
eas
-Id
eas a
re o
rgan
ized
in a
logi
cal m
anne
r fro
m
begi
nnin
g to
end
inc
ludi
ng a
intro
duct
ion
and
conc
lusio
n
Resp
onse
has
ade
quat
e su
ppor
tev
iden
ce
for t
he w
riter
rsquos to
pic t
hat i
nclu
des t
he u
se o
f so
urce
s fa
cts
and
det
ails
Th
e re
spon
se in
clud
es m
ost o
f the
follo
win
g-
Mos
tly in
tegr
ated
evi
denc
e fr
om
sour
ces
alth
ough
they
may
be
gene
ral
impr
ecise
or i
ncon
siste
nt
-Ad
equa
te u
se o
f som
e el
abor
ativ
e te
chni
ques
-
Adeq
uate
exp
ress
ion
of id
eas
usin
g a
mix
of s
peci
fic a
nd g
ener
al la
ngua
ge
-Do
mai
n-sp
ecifi
c vo
cabu
lary
usu
ally
ap
prop
riate
ly fo
r the
aud
ienc
e an
d pu
rpos
e-
Som
e va
riety
in se
nten
ce s
truc
ture
2Th
e re
spon
se is
som
ewha
t foc
used
on
the
purp
ose
of th
e pr
ompt
alth
ough
it m
ay
inclu
de lo
osel
y re
late
d or
unr
elat
ed m
ater
ial
Th
e w
ritin
g m
ay sh
ow a
sens
e of
aud
ienc
e an
d ta
sk
It ha
s a st
ated
opi
nion
and
the
orga
niza
tion
of th
e es
say
may
not
mat
ch th
e to
pic
Resp
onse
may
inclu
de th
e fo
llow
ing
-Pa
rtial
ly fo
cuse
d to
pic
but i
t is u
ncle
ar
or n
ot m
aint
aine
d th
roug
hout
writ
ing
-In
cons
isten
t use
of t
rans
ition
s with
little
va
riety
-
Unev
en d
evel
opm
ent o
f ide
as fr
om
begi
nnin
g to
end
inc
ludi
ng a
wea
k in
trodu
ctio
n an
dor
con
clusio
n
Resp
onse
has
une
ven
supp
ort
evid
ence
fo
r the
writ
errsquos
topi
c in
clud
ing
the
inef
fect
ive
use
of so
urce
s fa
cts
and
de
tails
Th
e re
spon
se m
ay in
clud
e th
e fo
llow
ing
-W
eakl
y us
ed e
vide
nce
from
sour
ces
or ir
rele
vant
refe
renc
es
-Re
petit
ive
or in
effe
ctiv
e us
e of
el
abor
ate
tech
niqu
es
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nspe
cific
or s
impl
istic
exp
ress
ion
of
idea
s-
Inap
prop
riate
or i
neffe
ctiv
e do
mai
n-sp
ecifi
c voc
abul
ary
-Se
nten
ces m
ay b
e lim
ited
to si
mpl
e co
nstr
uctio
ns
The
resp
onse
dem
onst
rate
s an
adeq
uate
com
man
d of
bas
ic
conv
entio
ns
The
resp
onse
may
incl
ude
the
follo
win
g-
Som
e m
inor
err
ors i
n us
age
but n
o pa
tter
ns o
f err
ors
-Ad
equa
te u
se o
f pun
ctua
tion
ca
pita
lizat
ion
sent
ence
form
atio
n
and
spel
ling
1Th
e re
spon
se is
rela
ted
to th
e to
pic o
f th
e pr
ompt
but
may
show
little
or n
o aw
aren
ess o
f the
pur
pose
aud
ienc
e
and
task
It
does
not
hav
e a
stat
ed to
pic
and
it ha
s litt
le o
r no
orga
niza
tion
Re
spon
se m
ay in
clude
the
follo
win
g-
Abse
nt o
r con
fusin
g to
pic
-M
any
unre
late
d id
eas t
hat a
ffect
th
e re
ader
rsquos un
ders
tand
ing
-Fe
w o
r no
trans
ition
s-
Too
shor
t to
dem
onst
rate
kn
owle
dge
of th
e to
pic o
r or
gani
zatio
n
Resp
onse
has
litt
le
supp
ort
evid
ence
for t
he w
riter
rsquos
topi
c in
clud
ing
little
if a
ny u
se o
f so
urce
s fa
cts
and
det
ails
Th
e re
spon
se m
ay in
clud
e th
e fo
llow
ing
-Li
ttle
inc
orre
ct i
rrel
evan
t or
ab
sent
evi
denc
e fr
om so
urce
s-
Expr
essio
n of
idea
s is v
ague
un
clea
r or
conf
usin
g-
Lim
ited
or in
appr
opria
te
lang
uage
or d
omai
n-sp
ecifi
cvo
cabu
lary
-
Sent
ence
stru
ctur
e lim
ited
to
simpl
e co
nstr
uctio
n
The
resp
onse
dem
onst
rate
s a
part
ial c
omm
and
of b
asic
co
nven
tions
Th
e re
spon
se m
ay
incl
ude
the
follo
win
g-
Vario
us e
rror
s in
usag
e-
Inco
nsist
ent u
se o
f cor
rect
pu
nctu
atio
n c
apita
lizat
ion
se
nten
ce fo
rmat
ion
and
sp
ellin
g
0
The
resp
onse
de
mon
stra
tesa
lack
of
com
man
d of
co
nven
tions
with
fr
eque
nt a
nd se
vere
er
rors
that
affe
ct th
e re
ader
rsquos
unde
rsta
ndin
g
Purp
ose
Foc
us
amp O
rgan
izatio
n
Evid
ence
amp
Elab
orat
ion
Conv
entio
nsof
St
anda
rd
Engl
ish
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ativ
e Ru
bric
Prom
pt T
itle
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Directions
When it is time to begin read both the passage(s) and the prompt You are to plan and write an essay about the passage(s) according to the directions in the prompt
You will be scored based on how well you express your ideas Be sure to write clearly and make your writing interesting to the reader
Before you begin writing take time to read the prompts think about what you read and then plan your essay
WRITE ONLY ABOUT THE PROMPT AND PASSAGE(S)
You have __________ minutes to complete this activity
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
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Slide Number 36
Agriculture
40
Public Supply
38
Recreational
6
Commerce
6
Power Generation
10
Agriculture
Public Supply
Recreational
Commerce
Power Generation
Agriculture
40
Public Supply
38
Recreational
6
Commerce
6
Power Generation
10
Agriculture
Public Supply
Recreational
Commerce
Power Generation
Agriculture
40
Public Supply
38
Recreational
6
Commerce
6
Power Generation
10
Agriculture
Public Supply
Recreational
Commerce
Power Generation
Busch Gardens
4
Seaworld
5
Universal Studios
6
Floridas National Parks
9
Disneys Magic Kingdom
17
Floridas State Parks
20
Agriculture
40
Public Supply
38
Recreational
6
Commerical
6
Power Generation
10
Busch Gardens
Seaworld
Universal Studios
Floridas National Parks
Disneys Magic Kingdom
Floridas State Parks
Busch Gardens
4
Seaworld
5
Universal Studios
6
Floridas National Parks
9
Disneys Magic Kingdom
17
Floridas State Parks
20
Agriculture
40
Public Supply
38
Recreational
6
Commerical
6
Power Generation
10
Busch Gardens
Seaworld
Universal Studios
Floridas National Parks
Disneys Magic Kingdom
Floridas State Parks
Busch Gardens
4
Seaworld
5
Universal Studios
6
Floridas National Parks
9
Disneys Magic Kingdom
17
Floridas State Parks
20
Agriculture
40
Public Supply
38
Recreational
6
Commerical
6
Power Generation
10
Busch Gardens
Seaworld
Universal Studios
Floridas National Parks
Disneys Magic Kingdom
Floridas State Parks
fish
300
birds
350
mammals
40
reptiles
50
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Number of Wildlife Species in the Everglades
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In other areas levees canals and pumping stations
are used to direct water to cities ndash instead of flowing
into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be
restored The low water levels affect the wildlife
populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more
easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is
low This kills the small animals that are eaten by
wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting ecosystems in the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens and some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have adapted to the habitat and spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals that have escaped into the Everglades often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread throughout the area These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located
on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil
Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the
Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created
to captured contaminated water before it reaches
the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed
This allows freshwater to flow back into the
ecosystem However progress has been slow The
Everglades continue to be considered an
endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Reading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Use the article The Everglades An Endangered Habitat to answer the following questions
1 Why did the author most likely write this article Select the best choiceA To inform readers of problems in the EvergladesB To persuade people to save the EvergladesC To entertain the reader
D To explain how to protect the Everglades
2 Which of the following is NOT a cause of water problems in the Everglades
A The population of south Florida depends upon resources from the
Everglades
B Fertilizer from surrounding farms causes pollution
C Non-native animals often do not have natural predators in the
Everglades
D Climate change is causing sea levels to rise
3 Which type of evidence does the author use most in the article
A Opinions
B Facts
C Personal Experience
D Common Knowledge
4 Based on the graph which type of animal has the fewest species in the
Everglades
A Fish
B Birds
C Reptiles
D Mammals
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5 Read the quotation below Which word could be used in place of the bold-faced word Select the best choice
A Foreign
B Different
C Strange
D Weird
6 Which of the following would be another good title for this articleA The Everglades Saving a Unique Habitat
B The Waters of the Everglades
C The Crisis in the Everglades
D The Everglades Floridarsquos Wetland
7 Why did the author include a picture of an airboat in the article
ldquoNon-native plants and animals are also affecting the Evergladesrdquo
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have supported
ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group says that ecotourism
should
- have little impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for the environment
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is a top tourist destination Many people know Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom gets a lot of
visitors However did you know even more people visit Floridarsquos state parks More than
20 million people visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17
million visitors each year
Florida is perfect for ecotourism Eighty percent of visitors spend time outdoors
Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife They also enjoy outdoor sports
such as canoeing and hiking___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
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Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps protect many sites in Florida There are many amazing places located
here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys have the worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of beach
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the statersquos only dry cavern
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee These fees help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism helps hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
statersquos Green Lodging Program asks hotels to save
natural resources A ldquogreenrdquo hotel must recycle and conserve water It must also use
energy wisely In addition they must reduce waste The state promotes these hotels to
visitors
Everyone Benefits
You know ecotourism protects our resources Did you know that it also helps Floridians
Many people work in ecotourism or related jobs Floridarsquos fishing industry creates more
than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged people to
use ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group states that ecotourism
should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the most visited attractions However did you know
that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists visit
Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17 million visitors each year
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism The Science and Environment
Council of Southwest Florida studies tourism It states that eighty percent of visitors
spend time outdoors Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife Outdoor
sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
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Sheet1
Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
Sheet2
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect many of Floridarsquos special habitats There are many amazing
places located here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys are home to worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is also
home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only dry cavern in Florida
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats For example
state and national parks have a small entrance fee Part
of these fees are used to help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources A hotel must recycle and conserve water to join the program It
must also be energy efficient and reduce waste These hotels are promoted to visitors
as a ldquogreenrdquo hotels
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to
the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged travelers
to support ecotourism According to The International
Ecotourism Society ecotourism should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the worldrsquos most visited attractions However did you
know that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists
visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 compared to 17 million visitors to the Magic Kingdom
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism According to Science and
Environment Council of Southwest Florida eighty percent of visitors participate in
outdoor recreation during their stay Nearly half of all visitors go to the beach or view
wildlife Outdoor sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
Sheet1
Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
Sheet2
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
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In other areas levees canals and pumping stations
are used to direct water to cities ndash instead of flowing
into the Everglades
Water is being removed faster than it can be
restored The low water levels affect the wildlife
populations Birds and reptiles can catch fish more
easily Sawgrass can die or burn when the water is
low This kills the small animals that are eaten by
wading birds
Non-native plants and animals are also affecting ecosystems in the Everglades Non-native means that something is not originally from the area Non-native plants are used in gardens and some exotic animals are adopted as pets Nonnative plant species have adapted to the habitat and spread into the Everglades They are threatening native plants Also animals that have escaped into the Everglades often do not find any natural predators and quickly spread throughout the area These animals can destroy native plants and animals
Finally climate change is affecting habitats in the Everglades The Everglades are located
on a peninsula As sea levels rise saltwater mixes with the groundwater and soil
Eventually the fresh water habitats in the Everglades will be destroyed
Restoration
Since 1989 people have worked toward restoring the
Everglades Manmade wetlands are being created
to captured contaminated water before it reaches
the Everglades Many canals are being destroyed
This allows freshwater to flow back into the
ecosystem However progress has been slow The
Everglades continue to be considered an
endangered site
Sawgrass in the Everglades
Airboat use has been limited in the Everglades to protect the wetlands
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Reading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Use the article The Everglades An Endangered Habitat to answer the following questions
1 Why did the author most likely write this article Select the best choiceA To inform readers of problems in the EvergladesB To persuade people to save the EvergladesC To entertain the reader
D To explain how to protect the Everglades
2 Which of the following is NOT a cause of water problems in the Everglades
A The population of south Florida depends upon resources from the
Everglades
B Fertilizer from surrounding farms causes pollution
C Non-native animals often do not have natural predators in the
Everglades
D Climate change is causing sea levels to rise
3 Which type of evidence does the author use most in the article
A Opinions
B Facts
C Personal Experience
D Common Knowledge
4 Based on the graph which type of animal has the fewest species in the
Everglades
A Fish
B Birds
C Reptiles
D Mammals
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5 Read the quotation below Which word could be used in place of the bold-faced word Select the best choice
A Foreign
B Different
C Strange
D Weird
6 Which of the following would be another good title for this articleA The Everglades Saving a Unique Habitat
B The Waters of the Everglades
C The Crisis in the Everglades
D The Everglades Floridarsquos Wetland
7 Why did the author include a picture of an airboat in the article
ldquoNon-native plants and animals are also affecting the Evergladesrdquo
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have supported
ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group says that ecotourism
should
- have little impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for the environment
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is a top tourist destination Many people know Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom gets a lot of
visitors However did you know even more people visit Floridarsquos state parks More than
20 million people visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17
million visitors each year
Florida is perfect for ecotourism Eighty percent of visitors spend time outdoors
Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife They also enjoy outdoor sports
such as canoeing and hiking___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
Sheet1
Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
Sheet2
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps protect many sites in Florida There are many amazing places located
here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys have the worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of beach
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the statersquos only dry cavern
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee These fees help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism helps hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
statersquos Green Lodging Program asks hotels to save
natural resources A ldquogreenrdquo hotel must recycle and conserve water It must also use
energy wisely In addition they must reduce waste The state promotes these hotels to
visitors
Everyone Benefits
You know ecotourism protects our resources Did you know that it also helps Floridians
Many people work in ecotourism or related jobs Floridarsquos fishing industry creates more
than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged people to
use ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group states that ecotourism
should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the most visited attractions However did you know
that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists visit
Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17 million visitors each year
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism The Science and Environment
Council of Southwest Florida studies tourism It states that eighty percent of visitors
spend time outdoors Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife Outdoor
sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
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Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Name ___________________Date _____________________
Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect many of Floridarsquos special habitats There are many amazing
places located here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys are home to worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is also
home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only dry cavern in Florida
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats For example
state and national parks have a small entrance fee Part
of these fees are used to help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources A hotel must recycle and conserve water to join the program It
must also be energy efficient and reduce waste These hotels are promoted to visitors
as a ldquogreenrdquo hotels
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to
the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged travelers
to support ecotourism According to The International
Ecotourism Society ecotourism should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the worldrsquos most visited attractions However did you
know that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists
visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 compared to 17 million visitors to the Magic Kingdom
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism According to Science and
Environment Council of Southwest Florida eighty percent of visitors participate in
outdoor recreation during their stay Nearly half of all visitors go to the beach or view
wildlife Outdoor sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
Sheet1
Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
Sheet2
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Name ___________________Date _____________________
Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
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Before you begin writing take time to read the prompts think about what you read and then plan your essay
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Reading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat
Use the article The Everglades An Endangered Habitat to answer the following questions
1 Why did the author most likely write this article Select the best choiceA To inform readers of problems in the EvergladesB To persuade people to save the EvergladesC To entertain the reader
D To explain how to protect the Everglades
2 Which of the following is NOT a cause of water problems in the Everglades
A The population of south Florida depends upon resources from the
Everglades
B Fertilizer from surrounding farms causes pollution
C Non-native animals often do not have natural predators in the
Everglades
D Climate change is causing sea levels to rise
3 Which type of evidence does the author use most in the article
A Opinions
B Facts
C Personal Experience
D Common Knowledge
4 Based on the graph which type of animal has the fewest species in the
Everglades
A Fish
B Birds
C Reptiles
D Mammals
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5 Read the quotation below Which word could be used in place of the bold-faced word Select the best choice
A Foreign
B Different
C Strange
D Weird
6 Which of the following would be another good title for this articleA The Everglades Saving a Unique Habitat
B The Waters of the Everglades
C The Crisis in the Everglades
D The Everglades Floridarsquos Wetland
7 Why did the author include a picture of an airboat in the article
ldquoNon-native plants and animals are also affecting the Evergladesrdquo
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have supported
ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group says that ecotourism
should
- have little impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for the environment
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is a top tourist destination Many people know Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom gets a lot of
visitors However did you know even more people visit Floridarsquos state parks More than
20 million people visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17
million visitors each year
Florida is perfect for ecotourism Eighty percent of visitors spend time outdoors
Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife They also enjoy outdoor sports
such as canoeing and hiking___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
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Water Usage in Florida
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Name ___________________Date _____________________
Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps protect many sites in Florida There are many amazing places located
here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys have the worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of beach
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the statersquos only dry cavern
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee These fees help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism helps hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
statersquos Green Lodging Program asks hotels to save
natural resources A ldquogreenrdquo hotel must recycle and conserve water It must also use
energy wisely In addition they must reduce waste The state promotes these hotels to
visitors
Everyone Benefits
You know ecotourism protects our resources Did you know that it also helps Floridians
Many people work in ecotourism or related jobs Floridarsquos fishing industry creates more
than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged people to
use ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group states that ecotourism
should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the most visited attractions However did you know
that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists visit
Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17 million visitors each year
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism The Science and Environment
Council of Southwest Florida studies tourism It states that eighty percent of visitors
spend time outdoors Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife Outdoor
sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
Sheet1
Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
Sheet2
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Name ___________________Date _____________________
Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect many of Floridarsquos special habitats There are many amazing
places located here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys are home to worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is also
home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only dry cavern in Florida
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats For example
state and national parks have a small entrance fee Part
of these fees are used to help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources A hotel must recycle and conserve water to join the program It
must also be energy efficient and reduce waste These hotels are promoted to visitors
as a ldquogreenrdquo hotels
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to
the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged travelers
to support ecotourism According to The International
Ecotourism Society ecotourism should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the worldrsquos most visited attractions However did you
know that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists
visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 compared to 17 million visitors to the Magic Kingdom
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism According to Science and
Environment Council of Southwest Florida eighty percent of visitors participate in
outdoor recreation during their stay Nearly half of all visitors go to the beach or view
wildlife Outdoor sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
Sheet1
Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
Sheet2
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Name ___________________Date _____________________
Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
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se o
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5 Read the quotation below Which word could be used in place of the bold-faced word Select the best choice
A Foreign
B Different
C Strange
D Weird
6 Which of the following would be another good title for this articleA The Everglades Saving a Unique Habitat
B The Waters of the Everglades
C The Crisis in the Everglades
D The Everglades Floridarsquos Wetland
7 Why did the author include a picture of an airboat in the article
ldquoNon-native plants and animals are also affecting the Evergladesrdquo
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have supported
ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group says that ecotourism
should
- have little impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for the environment
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is a top tourist destination Many people know Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom gets a lot of
visitors However did you know even more people visit Floridarsquos state parks More than
20 million people visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17
million visitors each year
Florida is perfect for ecotourism Eighty percent of visitors spend time outdoors
Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife They also enjoy outdoor sports
such as canoeing and hiking___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
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Water Usage in Florida
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Name ___________________Date _____________________
Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps protect many sites in Florida There are many amazing places located
here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys have the worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of beach
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the statersquos only dry cavern
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee These fees help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism helps hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
statersquos Green Lodging Program asks hotels to save
natural resources A ldquogreenrdquo hotel must recycle and conserve water It must also use
energy wisely In addition they must reduce waste The state promotes these hotels to
visitors
Everyone Benefits
You know ecotourism protects our resources Did you know that it also helps Floridians
Many people work in ecotourism or related jobs Floridarsquos fishing industry creates more
than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged people to
use ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group states that ecotourism
should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the most visited attractions However did you know
that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists visit
Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17 million visitors each year
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism The Science and Environment
Council of Southwest Florida studies tourism It states that eighty percent of visitors
spend time outdoors Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife Outdoor
sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
Sheet1
Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
Sheet2
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Name ___________________Date _____________________
Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect many of Floridarsquos special habitats There are many amazing
places located here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys are home to worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is also
home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only dry cavern in Florida
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats For example
state and national parks have a small entrance fee Part
of these fees are used to help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources A hotel must recycle and conserve water to join the program It
must also be energy efficient and reduce waste These hotels are promoted to visitors
as a ldquogreenrdquo hotels
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to
the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
copy2016 Amy Mezni 17
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged travelers
to support ecotourism According to The International
Ecotourism Society ecotourism should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the worldrsquos most visited attractions However did you
know that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists
visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 compared to 17 million visitors to the Magic Kingdom
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism According to Science and
Environment Council of Southwest Florida eighty percent of visitors participate in
outdoor recreation during their stay Nearly half of all visitors go to the beach or view
wildlife Outdoor sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
Sheet1
Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
Sheet2
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Name ___________________Date _____________________
Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
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rong
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ith lit
tle o
r no
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rong
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You will be scored based on how well you express your ideas Be sure to write clearly and make your writing interesting to the reader
Before you begin writing take time to read the prompts think about what you read and then plan your essay
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have supported
ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group says that ecotourism
should
- have little impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for the environment
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is a top tourist destination Many people know Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom gets a lot of
visitors However did you know even more people visit Floridarsquos state parks More than
20 million people visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17
million visitors each year
Florida is perfect for ecotourism Eighty percent of visitors spend time outdoors
Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife They also enjoy outdoor sports
such as canoeing and hiking___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
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Water Usage in Florida
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps protect many sites in Florida There are many amazing places located
here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys have the worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of beach
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the statersquos only dry cavern
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee These fees help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism helps hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
statersquos Green Lodging Program asks hotels to save
natural resources A ldquogreenrdquo hotel must recycle and conserve water It must also use
energy wisely In addition they must reduce waste The state promotes these hotels to
visitors
Everyone Benefits
You know ecotourism protects our resources Did you know that it also helps Floridians
Many people work in ecotourism or related jobs Floridarsquos fishing industry creates more
than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged people to
use ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group states that ecotourism
should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the most visited attractions However did you know
that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists visit
Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17 million visitors each year
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism The Science and Environment
Council of Southwest Florida studies tourism It states that eighty percent of visitors
spend time outdoors Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife Outdoor
sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
Sheet1
Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
Sheet2
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Name ___________________Date _____________________
Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect many of Floridarsquos special habitats There are many amazing
places located here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys are home to worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is also
home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only dry cavern in Florida
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats For example
state and national parks have a small entrance fee Part
of these fees are used to help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources A hotel must recycle and conserve water to join the program It
must also be energy efficient and reduce waste These hotels are promoted to visitors
as a ldquogreenrdquo hotels
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to
the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
copy2016 Amy Mezni 17
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged travelers
to support ecotourism According to The International
Ecotourism Society ecotourism should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the worldrsquos most visited attractions However did you
know that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists
visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 compared to 17 million visitors to the Magic Kingdom
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism According to Science and
Environment Council of Southwest Florida eighty percent of visitors participate in
outdoor recreation during their stay Nearly half of all visitors go to the beach or view
wildlife Outdoor sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
Sheet1
Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
Sheet2
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Name ___________________Date _____________________
Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
Fin
alG
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e
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e re
spon
se is
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isten
tly fo
cuse
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ose
of th
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ompt
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e w
ritin
g sh
ows a
se
nse
of a
udie
nce
and
task
Th
e es
say
is cle
arly
orga
nize
d a
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as a
sens
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enes
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spon
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clude
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he fo
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-St
rong
ly m
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at is
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ompt
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ritin
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tegr
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usu
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purp
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ompt
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ay
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ritin
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pic
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may
inclu
de th
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llow
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t is u
ncle
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aint
aine
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roug
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cons
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ludi
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trodu
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dor
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clusio
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ven
supp
ort
evid
ence
fo
r the
writ
errsquos
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urce
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ay in
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to th
e to
pic o
f th
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ompt
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stat
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r no
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w o
r no
trans
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onst
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kn
owle
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r or
gani
zatio
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supp
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for t
he w
riter
rsquos
topi
c in
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little
if a
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se o
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urce
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ay in
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Water Usage in Florida
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps protect many sites in Florida There are many amazing places located
here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys have the worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of beach
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the statersquos only dry cavern
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee These fees help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism helps hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
statersquos Green Lodging Program asks hotels to save
natural resources A ldquogreenrdquo hotel must recycle and conserve water It must also use
energy wisely In addition they must reduce waste The state promotes these hotels to
visitors
Everyone Benefits
You know ecotourism protects our resources Did you know that it also helps Floridians
Many people work in ecotourism or related jobs Floridarsquos fishing industry creates more
than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged people to
use ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group states that ecotourism
should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the most visited attractions However did you know
that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists visit
Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17 million visitors each year
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism The Science and Environment
Council of Southwest Florida studies tourism It states that eighty percent of visitors
spend time outdoors Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife Outdoor
sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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6
9
17
20
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Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Name ___________________Date _____________________
Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect many of Floridarsquos special habitats There are many amazing
places located here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys are home to worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is also
home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only dry cavern in Florida
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats For example
state and national parks have a small entrance fee Part
of these fees are used to help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources A hotel must recycle and conserve water to join the program It
must also be energy efficient and reduce waste These hotels are promoted to visitors
as a ldquogreenrdquo hotels
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to
the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged travelers
to support ecotourism According to The International
Ecotourism Society ecotourism should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the worldrsquos most visited attractions However did you
know that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists
visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 compared to 17 million visitors to the Magic Kingdom
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism According to Science and
Environment Council of Southwest Florida eighty percent of visitors participate in
outdoor recreation during their stay Nearly half of all visitors go to the beach or view
wildlife Outdoor sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
Sheet1
Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
Sheet2
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
copy2016 Amy Mezni 18
Name ___________________Date _____________________
Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
Fin
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clusio
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urce
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ay in
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pic o
f th
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r no
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onst
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kn
owle
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r or
gani
zatio
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supp
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riter
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topi
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if a
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se o
f so
urce
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e re
spon
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ay in
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e fo
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Water Usage in Florida
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Name ___________________Date _____________________
Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps protect many sites in Florida There are many amazing places located
here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys have the worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of beach
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the statersquos only dry cavern
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee These fees help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism helps hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
statersquos Green Lodging Program asks hotels to save
natural resources A ldquogreenrdquo hotel must recycle and conserve water It must also use
energy wisely In addition they must reduce waste The state promotes these hotels to
visitors
Everyone Benefits
You know ecotourism protects our resources Did you know that it also helps Floridians
Many people work in ecotourism or related jobs Floridarsquos fishing industry creates more
than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged people to
use ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group states that ecotourism
should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the most visited attractions However did you know
that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists visit
Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17 million visitors each year
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism The Science and Environment
Council of Southwest Florida studies tourism It states that eighty percent of visitors
spend time outdoors Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife Outdoor
sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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6
9
17
20
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Water Usage in Florida
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Name ___________________Date _____________________
Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect many of Floridarsquos special habitats There are many amazing
places located here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys are home to worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is also
home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only dry cavern in Florida
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats For example
state and national parks have a small entrance fee Part
of these fees are used to help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources A hotel must recycle and conserve water to join the program It
must also be energy efficient and reduce waste These hotels are promoted to visitors
as a ldquogreenrdquo hotels
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to
the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
copy2016 Amy Mezni 17
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged travelers
to support ecotourism According to The International
Ecotourism Society ecotourism should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the worldrsquos most visited attractions However did you
know that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists
visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 compared to 17 million visitors to the Magic Kingdom
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism According to Science and
Environment Council of Southwest Florida eighty percent of visitors participate in
outdoor recreation during their stay Nearly half of all visitors go to the beach or view
wildlife Outdoor sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
Sheet1
Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
Sheet2
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Name ___________________Date _____________________
Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
Fin
alG
rad
e
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spon
se is
cons
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tly fo
cuse
d on
the
purp
ose
of th
e pr
ompt
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ritin
g sh
ows a
se
nse
of a
udie
nce
and
task
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say
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arly
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nize
d a
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as a
sens
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com
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enes
sRe
spon
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clude
s mos
t of t
he fo
llow
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-St
rong
ly m
aint
aine
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pic w
ith lit
tle o
r no
unr
elat
ed in
form
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n-
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ul u
se o
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riety
of t
rans
ition
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t he
lp th
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ader
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erst
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the
rela
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amon
g id
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re o
rgan
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in a
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cal m
anne
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m b
egin
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nd i
nclu
ding
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trodu
ctio
n an
d co
nclu
sion
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det
aile
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nvin
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su
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tev
iden
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errsquos
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at in
clud
es th
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ive
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urce
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etai
ls
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incl
udes
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t of t
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g-
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denc
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at is
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thly
and
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iety
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chni
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onst
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usu
ally
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rpos
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ompt
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ritin
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ence
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ay is
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anize
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plet
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se in
clude
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t of t
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llow
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aint
aine
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pic
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rela
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od u
se o
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nsiti
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me
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g id
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re o
rgan
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cal m
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r fro
m
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iden
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he w
riter
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hat i
nclu
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he u
se o
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urce
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cts
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e re
spon
se in
clud
es m
ost o
f the
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win
g-
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tly in
tegr
ated
evi
denc
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om
sour
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alth
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may
be
gene
ral
impr
ecise
or i
ncon
siste
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te u
se o
f som
e el
abor
ativ
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chni
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uate
exp
ress
ion
of id
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g a
mix
of s
peci
fic a
nd g
ener
al la
ngua
ge
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mai
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cabu
lary
usu
ally
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prop
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ly fo
r the
aud
ienc
e an
d pu
rpos
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e va
riety
in se
nten
ce s
truc
ture
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e re
spon
se is
som
ewha
t foc
used
on
the
purp
ose
of th
e pr
ompt
alth
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ay
inclu
de lo
osel
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late
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elat
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ater
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ritin
g m
ay sh
ow a
sens
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aud
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sk
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ated
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nion
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orga
niza
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of th
e es
say
may
not
mat
ch th
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pic
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may
inclu
de th
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llow
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rtial
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t is u
ncle
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cons
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of t
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little
va
riety
-
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en d
evel
opm
ent o
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as fr
om
begi
nnin
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end
inc
ludi
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k in
trodu
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dor
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clusio
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ort
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r the
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errsquos
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clud
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urce
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cts
and
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tails
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ay in
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uate
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win
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f th
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any
unre
late
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hat a
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ders
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r no
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dem
onst
rate
kn
owle
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pic o
r or
gani
zatio
n
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le
supp
ort
evid
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he w
riter
rsquos
topi
c in
clud
ing
little
if a
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se o
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urce
s fa
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and
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Sheet1
Water Usage in Florida
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps protect many sites in Florida There are many amazing places located
here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys have the worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of beach
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the statersquos only dry cavern
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee These fees help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism helps hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
statersquos Green Lodging Program asks hotels to save
natural resources A ldquogreenrdquo hotel must recycle and conserve water It must also use
energy wisely In addition they must reduce waste The state promotes these hotels to
visitors
Everyone Benefits
You know ecotourism protects our resources Did you know that it also helps Floridians
Many people work in ecotourism or related jobs Floridarsquos fishing industry creates more
than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged people to
use ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group states that ecotourism
should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the most visited attractions However did you know
that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists visit
Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17 million visitors each year
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism The Science and Environment
Council of Southwest Florida studies tourism It states that eighty percent of visitors
spend time outdoors Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife Outdoor
sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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6
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17
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect many of Floridarsquos special habitats There are many amazing
places located here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys are home to worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is also
home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only dry cavern in Florida
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats For example
state and national parks have a small entrance fee Part
of these fees are used to help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources A hotel must recycle and conserve water to join the program It
must also be energy efficient and reduce waste These hotels are promoted to visitors
as a ldquogreenrdquo hotels
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to
the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged travelers
to support ecotourism According to The International
Ecotourism Society ecotourism should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the worldrsquos most visited attractions However did you
know that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists
visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 compared to 17 million visitors to the Magic Kingdom
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism According to Science and
Environment Council of Southwest Florida eighty percent of visitors participate in
outdoor recreation during their stay Nearly half of all visitors go to the beach or view
wildlife Outdoor sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
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Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Name ___________________Date _____________________
Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
Fin
alG
rad
e
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e re
spon
se is
cons
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tly fo
cuse
d on
the
purp
ose
of th
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ompt
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ritin
g sh
ows a
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nse
of a
udie
nce
and
task
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say
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arly
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nize
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as a
sens
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spon
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clude
s mos
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he fo
llow
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-St
rong
ly m
aint
aine
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ith lit
tle o
r no
unr
elat
ed in
form
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se o
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rans
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lp th
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re o
rgan
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cal m
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nclu
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trodu
ctio
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nclu
sion
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aile
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tev
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es th
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urce
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g-
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at is
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iety
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chni
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onst
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ompt
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ence
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ay is
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se in
clude
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t of t
he fo
llow
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aint
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se o
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me
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re o
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riter
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hat i
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urce
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es m
ost o
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win
g-
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tly in
tegr
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denc
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be
gene
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or i
ncon
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e el
abor
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chni
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uate
exp
ress
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of id
eas
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nd g
ener
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ngua
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mai
n-sp
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usu
ally
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riety
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nten
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truc
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ewha
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ay
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ay sh
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pic
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llow
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ludi
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k in
trodu
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dor
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clusio
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ort
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errsquos
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urce
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any
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r no
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r or
gani
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supp
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riter
rsquos
topi
c in
clud
ing
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if a
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urce
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pt T
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Directions
When it is time to begin read both the passage(s) and the prompt You are to plan and write an essay about the passage(s) according to the directions in the prompt
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Before you begin writing take time to read the prompts think about what you read and then plan your essay
WRITE ONLY ABOUT THE PROMPT AND PASSAGE(S)
You have __________ minutes to complete this activity
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps protect many sites in Florida There are many amazing places located
here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys have the worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of beach
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the statersquos only dry cavern
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee These fees help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism helps hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
statersquos Green Lodging Program asks hotels to save
natural resources A ldquogreenrdquo hotel must recycle and conserve water It must also use
energy wisely In addition they must reduce waste The state promotes these hotels to
visitors
Everyone Benefits
You know ecotourism protects our resources Did you know that it also helps Floridians
Many people work in ecotourism or related jobs Floridarsquos fishing industry creates more
than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged people to
use ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group states that ecotourism
should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the most visited attractions However did you know
that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists visit
Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17 million visitors each year
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism The Science and Environment
Council of Southwest Florida studies tourism It states that eighty percent of visitors
spend time outdoors Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife Outdoor
sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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9
17
20
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Water Usage in Florida
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Total Visitors in 2010
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Name ___________________Date _____________________
Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect many of Floridarsquos special habitats There are many amazing
places located here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys are home to worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is also
home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only dry cavern in Florida
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats For example
state and national parks have a small entrance fee Part
of these fees are used to help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources A hotel must recycle and conserve water to join the program It
must also be energy efficient and reduce waste These hotels are promoted to visitors
as a ldquogreenrdquo hotels
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to
the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged travelers
to support ecotourism According to The International
Ecotourism Society ecotourism should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the worldrsquos most visited attractions However did you
know that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists
visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 compared to 17 million visitors to the Magic Kingdom
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism According to Science and
Environment Council of Southwest Florida eighty percent of visitors participate in
outdoor recreation during their stay Nearly half of all visitors go to the beach or view
wildlife Outdoor sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
Sheet1
Water Usage in Florida
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Name ___________________Date _____________________
Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
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Before you begin writing take time to read the prompts think about what you read and then plan your essay
WRITE ONLY ABOUT THE PROMPT AND PASSAGE(S)
You have __________ minutes to complete this activity
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps protect many sites in Florida There are many amazing places located
here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys have the worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of beach
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the statersquos only dry cavern
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee These fees help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism helps hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
statersquos Green Lodging Program asks hotels to save
natural resources A ldquogreenrdquo hotel must recycle and conserve water It must also use
energy wisely In addition they must reduce waste The state promotes these hotels to
visitors
Everyone Benefits
You know ecotourism protects our resources Did you know that it also helps Floridians
Many people work in ecotourism or related jobs Floridarsquos fishing industry creates more
than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged people to
use ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group states that ecotourism
should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the most visited attractions However did you know
that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists visit
Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17 million visitors each year
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism The Science and Environment
Council of Southwest Florida studies tourism It states that eighty percent of visitors
spend time outdoors Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife Outdoor
sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Water Usage in Florida
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect many of Floridarsquos special habitats There are many amazing
places located here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys are home to worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is also
home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only dry cavern in Florida
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats For example
state and national parks have a small entrance fee Part
of these fees are used to help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources A hotel must recycle and conserve water to join the program It
must also be energy efficient and reduce waste These hotels are promoted to visitors
as a ldquogreenrdquo hotels
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to
the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged travelers
to support ecotourism According to The International
Ecotourism Society ecotourism should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the worldrsquos most visited attractions However did you
know that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists
visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 compared to 17 million visitors to the Magic Kingdom
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism According to Science and
Environment Council of Southwest Florida eighty percent of visitors participate in
outdoor recreation during their stay Nearly half of all visitors go to the beach or view
wildlife Outdoor sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
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Water Usage in Florida
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Name ___________________Date _____________________
Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
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ompt
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rong
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tle o
r no
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ul u
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rans
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lp th
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nclu
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trodu
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ay
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f th
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ay in
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any
unre
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r no
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onst
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kn
owle
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e to
pic o
r or
gani
zatio
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supp
ort
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he w
riter
rsquos
topi
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se o
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urce
s fa
cts
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ay in
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When it is time to begin read both the passage(s) and the prompt You are to plan and write an essay about the passage(s) according to the directions in the prompt
You will be scored based on how well you express your ideas Be sure to write clearly and make your writing interesting to the reader
Before you begin writing take time to read the prompts think about what you read and then plan your essay
WRITE ONLY ABOUT THE PROMPT AND PASSAGE(S)
You have __________ minutes to complete this activity
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps protect many sites in Florida There are many amazing places located
here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys have the worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of beach
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the statersquos only dry cavern
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee These fees help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism helps hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
statersquos Green Lodging Program asks hotels to save
natural resources A ldquogreenrdquo hotel must recycle and conserve water It must also use
energy wisely In addition they must reduce waste The state promotes these hotels to
visitors
Everyone Benefits
You know ecotourism protects our resources Did you know that it also helps Floridians
Many people work in ecotourism or related jobs Floridarsquos fishing industry creates more
than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged people to
use ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group states that ecotourism
should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the most visited attractions However did you know
that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists visit
Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17 million visitors each year
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism The Science and Environment
Council of Southwest Florida studies tourism It states that eighty percent of visitors
spend time outdoors Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife Outdoor
sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
Sheet1
Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
Sheet2
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect many of Floridarsquos special habitats There are many amazing
places located here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys are home to worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is also
home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only dry cavern in Florida
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats For example
state and national parks have a small entrance fee Part
of these fees are used to help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources A hotel must recycle and conserve water to join the program It
must also be energy efficient and reduce waste These hotels are promoted to visitors
as a ldquogreenrdquo hotels
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to
the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged travelers
to support ecotourism According to The International
Ecotourism Society ecotourism should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the worldrsquos most visited attractions However did you
know that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists
visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 compared to 17 million visitors to the Magic Kingdom
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism According to Science and
Environment Council of Southwest Florida eighty percent of visitors participate in
outdoor recreation during their stay Nearly half of all visitors go to the beach or view
wildlife Outdoor sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
Sheet1
Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Name ___________________Date _____________________
Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
Fin
alG
rad
e
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e re
spon
se is
cons
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tly fo
cuse
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ose
of th
e pr
ompt
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e w
ritin
g sh
ows a
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nse
of a
udie
nce
and
task
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e es
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arly
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nize
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as a
sens
e of
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enes
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spon
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clude
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t of t
he fo
llow
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rong
ly m
aint
aine
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ith lit
tle o
r no
unr
elat
ed in
form
atio
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ul u
se o
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riety
of t
rans
ition
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lp th
e re
ader
und
erst
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the
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tions
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g id
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rgan
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cal m
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m b
egin
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nd i
nclu
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trodu
ctio
n an
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nclu
sion
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aile
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tev
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es th
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urce
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g-
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at is
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iety
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chni
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tegr
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ay
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ritin
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ay sh
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trodu
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urce
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ay in
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vide
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nstr
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ns
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onst
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adeq
uate
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man
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entio
ns
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win
g-
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inor
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f th
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ay in
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any
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r no
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onst
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owle
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r or
gani
zatio
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supp
ort
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he w
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topi
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se o
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urce
s fa
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Conv
entio
nsof
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anda
rd
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When it is time to begin read both the passage(s) and the prompt You are to plan and write an essay about the passage(s) according to the directions in the prompt
You will be scored based on how well you express your ideas Be sure to write clearly and make your writing interesting to the reader
Before you begin writing take time to read the prompts think about what you read and then plan your essay
WRITE ONLY ABOUT THE PROMPT AND PASSAGE(S)
You have __________ minutes to complete this activity
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged people to
use ecotourism The International Ecotourism Society
promotes ecotourism The group states that ecotourism
should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the most visited attractions However did you know
that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists visit
Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 The Magic Kingdom gets about 17 million visitors each year
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism The Science and Environment
Council of Southwest Florida studies tourism It states that eighty percent of visitors
spend time outdoors Nearly half of all tourists go to the beach or view wildlife Outdoor
sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
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Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect many of Floridarsquos special habitats There are many amazing
places located here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys are home to worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is also
home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only dry cavern in Florida
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats For example
state and national parks have a small entrance fee Part
of these fees are used to help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources A hotel must recycle and conserve water to join the program It
must also be energy efficient and reduce waste These hotels are promoted to visitors
as a ldquogreenrdquo hotels
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to
the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged travelers
to support ecotourism According to The International
Ecotourism Society ecotourism should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the worldrsquos most visited attractions However did you
know that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists
visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 compared to 17 million visitors to the Magic Kingdom
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism According to Science and
Environment Council of Southwest Florida eighty percent of visitors participate in
outdoor recreation during their stay Nearly half of all visitors go to the beach or view
wildlife Outdoor sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
Sheet1
Sheet1
Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect many of Floridarsquos special habitats There are many amazing
places located here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys are home to worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is also
home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only dry cavern in Florida
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats For example
state and national parks have a small entrance fee Part
of these fees are used to help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources A hotel must recycle and conserve water to join the program It
must also be energy efficient and reduce waste These hotels are promoted to visitors
as a ldquogreenrdquo hotels
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to
the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged travelers
to support ecotourism According to The International
Ecotourism Society ecotourism should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the worldrsquos most visited attractions However did you
know that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists
visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 compared to 17 million visitors to the Magic Kingdom
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism According to Science and
Environment Council of Southwest Florida eighty percent of visitors participate in
outdoor recreation during their stay Nearly half of all visitors go to the beach or view
wildlife Outdoor sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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copy2016 Amy Mezni
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
Fin
alG
rad
e
4Th
e re
spon
se is
cons
isten
tly fo
cuse
d on
the
purp
ose
of th
e pr
ompt
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect many of Floridarsquos special habitats There are many amazing
places located here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys are home to worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is also
home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only dry cavern in Florida
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats For example
state and national parks have a small entrance fee Part
of these fees are used to help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources A hotel must recycle and conserve water to join the program It
must also be energy efficient and reduce waste These hotels are promoted to visitors
as a ldquogreenrdquo hotels
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to
the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged travelers
to support ecotourism According to The International
Ecotourism Society ecotourism should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the worldrsquos most visited attractions However did you
know that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists
visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 compared to 17 million visitors to the Magic Kingdom
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism According to Science and
Environment Council of Southwest Florida eighty percent of visitors participate in
outdoor recreation during their stay Nearly half of all visitors go to the beach or view
wildlife Outdoor sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
Fin
alG
rad
e
4Th
e re
spon
se is
cons
isten
tly fo
cuse
d on
the
purp
ose
of th
e pr
ompt
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e w
ritin
g sh
ows a
se
nse
of a
udie
nce
and
task
Th
e es
say
is cle
arly
orga
nize
d a
nd h
as a
sens
e of
com
plet
enes
sRe
spon
se in
clude
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t of t
he fo
llow
ing
-St
rong
ly m
aint
aine
d to
pic w
ith lit
tle o
r no
unr
elat
ed in
form
atio
n-
Skillf
ul u
se o
f a va
riety
of t
rans
ition
s tha
t he
lp th
e re
ader
und
erst
and
the
rela
tions
hip
amon
g id
eas
-Id
eas a
re o
rgan
ized
in a
logi
cal m
anne
r fro
m b
egin
ning
to e
nd i
nclu
ding
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stro
ng in
trodu
ctio
n an
d co
nclu
sion
Resp
onse
has
det
aile
d an
d co
nvin
cing
su
ppor
tev
iden
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r the
writ
errsquos
topi
c th
at in
clud
es th
e ef
fect
ive
use
of so
urce
s
fact
s a
nd d
etai
ls
The
resp
onse
incl
udes
mos
t of t
he
follo
win
g-
Rele
vant
evi
denc
e th
at is
pre
sent
ed
smoo
thly
and
thor
ough
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ith
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renc
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rong
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var
iety
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labo
rativ
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chni
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect many of Floridarsquos special habitats There are many amazing
places located here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys are home to worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is also
home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only dry cavern in Florida
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats For example
state and national parks have a small entrance fee Part
of these fees are used to help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources A hotel must recycle and conserve water to join the program It
must also be energy efficient and reduce waste These hotels are promoted to visitors
as a ldquogreenrdquo hotels
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to
the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged travelers
to support ecotourism According to The International
Ecotourism Society ecotourism should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the worldrsquos most visited attractions However did you
know that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists
visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 compared to 17 million visitors to the Magic Kingdom
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism According to Science and
Environment Council of Southwest Florida eighty percent of visitors participate in
outdoor recreation during their stay Nearly half of all visitors go to the beach or view
wildlife Outdoor sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
Fin
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rong
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urce
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at is
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rong
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iety
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onst
ratin
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ctiv
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aint
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect many of Floridarsquos special habitats There are many amazing
places located here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys are home to worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is also
home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only dry cavern in Florida
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats For example
state and national parks have a small entrance fee Part
of these fees are used to help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources A hotel must recycle and conserve water to join the program It
must also be energy efficient and reduce waste These hotels are promoted to visitors
as a ldquogreenrdquo hotels
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to
the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged travelers
to support ecotourism According to The International
Ecotourism Society ecotourism should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the worldrsquos most visited attractions However did you
know that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists
visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 compared to 17 million visitors to the Magic Kingdom
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism According to Science and
Environment Council of Southwest Florida eighty percent of visitors participate in
outdoor recreation during their stay Nearly half of all visitors go to the beach or view
wildlife Outdoor sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
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clude
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rong
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect many of Floridarsquos special habitats There are many amazing
places located here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys are home to worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is also
home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only dry cavern in Florida
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats For example
state and national parks have a small entrance fee Part
of these fees are used to help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources A hotel must recycle and conserve water to join the program It
must also be energy efficient and reduce waste These hotels are promoted to visitors
as a ldquogreenrdquo hotels
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to
the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged travelers
to support ecotourism According to The International
Ecotourism Society ecotourism should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the worldrsquos most visited attractions However did you
know that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists
visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 compared to 17 million visitors to the Magic Kingdom
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism According to Science and
Environment Council of Southwest Florida eighty percent of visitors participate in
outdoor recreation during their stay Nearly half of all visitors go to the beach or view
wildlife Outdoor sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
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rong
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When it is time to begin read both the passage(s) and the prompt You are to plan and write an essay about the passage(s) according to the directions in the prompt
You will be scored based on how well you express your ideas Be sure to write clearly and make your writing interesting to the reader
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect many of Floridarsquos special habitats There are many amazing
places located here
bull The Everglades National Park is one of the largest subtropical wetlands
bull The Florida Keys are home to worldrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore has 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is also
home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only dry cavern in Florida
Ecotourism helps conserve these habitats For example
state and national parks have a small entrance fee Part
of these fees are used to help protect the parks
Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists and the
environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources A hotel must recycle and conserve water to join the program It
must also be energy efficient and reduce waste These hotels are promoted to visitors
as a ldquogreenrdquo hotels
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs It also adds $7 billion annually to
the statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged travelers
to support ecotourism According to The International
Ecotourism Society ecotourism should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the worldrsquos most visited attractions However did you
know that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists
visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 compared to 17 million visitors to the Magic Kingdom
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism According to Science and
Environment Council of Southwest Florida eighty percent of visitors participate in
outdoor recreation during their stay Nearly half of all visitors go to the beach or view
wildlife Outdoor sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
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Directions
When it is time to begin read both the passage(s) and the prompt You are to plan and write an essay about the passage(s) according to the directions in the prompt
You will be scored based on how well you express your ideas Be sure to write clearly and make your writing interesting to the reader
Before you begin writing take time to read the prompts think about what you read and then plan your essay
WRITE ONLY ABOUT THE PROMPT AND PASSAGE(S)
You have __________ minutes to complete this activity
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt ________________________________________Use this page to record your answers Fill in the circle of the correct answer completely
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2
3
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5
6
Write your response to the short-response questions on the lines below Be sure to use complete sentences in your response
Thank you for your purchaseCopyright copy2014 2018 Amy Mezni LLCPermission is granted to copy pages specifically designed for student or teacher use to the original purchaser or licensee Each page of this document is copyright Amy Mezni LLC You do not have permission to claim any part as your own and you may not share or sell anything based on this document This product may not be copied or distributed outside of the scope of your classroom This resource is NOT an open education resource and therefore may not be shared in part or whole as part of the US department of Educations go open campaign Any resources purchased should not be posted to a public website or shared server A password protected websites for the teacherrsquos personal class is the only allowable electronic postingPosting this resource to the internet without permission is a violation of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act
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Ecotourism Everyone Wins
ecotourism travel to natural habitats with
little impact on the environment
Since the 1980s environmentalists have encouraged travelers
to support ecotourism According to The International
Ecotourism Society ecotourism should
- minimize touristsrsquo impact on the environment
- build awareness and respect for both the environment
and local cultures
- support conservationsup1 efforts and local people
Ecotourism in Florida
Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States Many people know that
Disneyrsquos Magic Kingdom is one of the worldrsquos most visited attractions However did you
know that Floridarsquos state parks have even more visitors More than 20 million tourists
visit Floridarsquos state parks annuallysup2 compared to 17 million visitors to the Magic Kingdom
Floridarsquos natural habitats are perfect for ecotourism According to Science and
Environment Council of Southwest Florida eighty percent of visitors participate in
outdoor recreation during their stay Nearly half of all visitors go to the beach or view
wildlife Outdoor sports such as canoeing and hiking are also popular___________________________1 conservation the preservation and protection of natural resources2 annually yearly
Scuba diving in the Great Florida Reef
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
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ay in
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any
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owle
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r or
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zatio
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se o
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urce
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cts
and
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spon
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ay in
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e fo
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rrel
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0
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resp
onse
de
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com
man
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nt a
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vere
er
rors
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affe
ct th
e re
ader
rsquos
unde
rsta
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Purp
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us
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rgan
izatio
n
Evid
ence
amp
Elab
orat
ion
Conv
entio
nsof
St
anda
rd
Engl
ish
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my
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ni
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e _
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Date
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form
ativ
e Ru
bric
Prom
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itle
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Directions
When it is time to begin read both the passage(s) and the prompt You are to plan and write an essay about the passage(s) according to the directions in the prompt
You will be scored based on how well you express your ideas Be sure to write clearly and make your writing interesting to the reader
Before you begin writing take time to read the prompts think about what you read and then plan your essay
WRITE ONLY ABOUT THE PROMPT AND PASSAGE(S)
You have __________ minutes to complete this activity
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt ________________________________________Use this page to record your answers Fill in the circle of the correct answer completely
1
2
3
4
5
6
Write your response to the short-response questions on the lines below Be sure to use complete sentences in your response
Thank you for your purchaseCopyright copy2014 2018 Amy Mezni LLCPermission is granted to copy pages specifically designed for student or teacher use to the original purchaser or licensee Each page of this document is copyright Amy Mezni LLC You do not have permission to claim any part as your own and you may not share or sell anything based on this document This product may not be copied or distributed outside of the scope of your classroom This resource is NOT an open education resource and therefore may not be shared in part or whole as part of the US department of Educations go open campaign Any resources purchased should not be posted to a public website or shared server A password protected websites for the teacherrsquos personal class is the only allowable electronic postingPosting this resource to the internet without permission is a violation of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act
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artists
See My TPT Store For More Paired Passages Resources
Lawrence CrucianaDollar Photo ClubGaumenfreudeungDollar Photo ClubQuasarPhotosDollar Photo ClubAnaDollar Photo Club
Tactile Studio
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Agriculture
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Recreational
Commerce
Power Generation
Busch Gardens
4
Seaworld
5
Universal Studios
6
Floridas National Parks
9
Disneys Magic Kingdom
17
Floridas State Parks
20
Agriculture
40
Public Supply
38
Recreational
6
Commerical
6
Power Generation
10
Busch Gardens
Seaworld
Universal Studios
Floridas National Parks
Disneys Magic Kingdom
Floridas State Parks
Chart1
Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
4
5
6
9
17
20
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Water Usage in Florida
Sheet2
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Attendanc in Millions
Total Visitors in 2010
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Name ___________________Date _____________________
Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
Fin
alG
rad
e
4Th
e re
spon
se is
cons
isten
tly fo
cuse
d on
the
purp
ose
of th
e pr
ompt
Th
e w
ritin
g sh
ows a
se
nse
of a
udie
nce
and
task
Th
e es
say
is cle
arly
orga
nize
d a
nd h
as a
sens
e of
com
plet
enes
sRe
spon
se in
clude
s mos
t of t
he fo
llow
ing
-St
rong
ly m
aint
aine
d to
pic w
ith lit
tle o
r no
unr
elat
ed in
form
atio
n-
Skillf
ul u
se o
f a va
riety
of t
rans
ition
s tha
t he
lp th
e re
ader
und
erst
and
the
rela
tions
hip
amon
g id
eas
-Id
eas a
re o
rgan
ized
in a
logi
cal m
anne
r fro
m b
egin
ning
to e
nd i
nclu
ding
a
stro
ng in
trodu
ctio
n an
d co
nclu
sion
Resp
onse
has
det
aile
d an
d co
nvin
cing
su
ppor
tev
iden
ce fo
r the
writ
errsquos
topi
c th
at in
clud
es th
e ef
fect
ive
use
of so
urce
s
fact
s a
nd d
etai
ls
The
resp
onse
incl
udes
mos
t of t
he
follo
win
g-
Rele
vant
evi
denc
e th
at is
pre
sent
ed
smoo
thly
and
thor
ough
ly w
ith
refe
renc
es to
sour
ces
-St
rong
use
of a
var
iety
of e
labo
rativ
e te
chni
ques
dem
onst
ratin
g a d
eep
unde
rsta
ndin
g of
the
topi
c and
text
-
Clea
r and
effe
ctiv
e ex
pres
sion
of id
eas
us
ing
spec
ific l
angu
age
-Do
mai
n-sp
ecifi
c vo
cabu
lary
use
d cl
early
and
app
ropr
iate
ly fo
r the
au
dien
ce a
nd p
urpo
se
-Va
ried
sent
ence
stru
ctur
e
3Th
e re
spon
se is
usu
ally
focu
sed
on th
e pu
rpos
e of
th
e pr
ompt
Th
e w
ritin
g sh
ows a
som
e se
nse
of
audi
ence
and
task
It
has a
stat
ed to
pic
The
ess
ay is
org
anize
d a
nd
has a
sens
e of
com
plet
enes
sRe
spon
se in
clude
s mos
t of t
he fo
llow
ing
-M
aint
aine
d to
pic
alth
ough
som
e un
rela
ted
info
rmat
ion
may
be
pres
ent
-Go
od u
se o
f tra
nsiti
ons w
ith so
me
varie
ty
that
hel
p th
e re
ader
und
erst
and
the
rela
tions
hip
amon
g id
eas
-Id
eas a
re o
rgan
ized
in a
logi
cal m
anne
r fro
m
begi
nnin
g to
end
inc
ludi
ng a
intro
duct
ion
and
conc
lusio
n
Resp
onse
has
ade
quat
e su
ppor
tev
iden
ce
for t
he w
riter
rsquos to
pic t
hat i
nclu
des t
he u
se o
f so
urce
s fa
cts
and
det
ails
Th
e re
spon
se in
clud
es m
ost o
f the
follo
win
g-
Mos
tly in
tegr
ated
evi
denc
e fr
om
sour
ces
alth
ough
they
may
be
gene
ral
impr
ecise
or i
ncon
siste
nt
-Ad
equa
te u
se o
f som
e el
abor
ativ
e te
chni
ques
-
Adeq
uate
exp
ress
ion
of id
eas
usin
g a
mix
of s
peci
fic a
nd g
ener
al la
ngua
ge
-Do
mai
n-sp
ecifi
c vo
cabu
lary
usu
ally
ap
prop
riate
ly fo
r the
aud
ienc
e an
d pu
rpos
e-
Som
e va
riety
in se
nten
ce s
truc
ture
2Th
e re
spon
se is
som
ewha
t foc
used
on
the
purp
ose
of th
e pr
ompt
alth
ough
it m
ay
inclu
de lo
osel
y re
late
d or
unr
elat
ed m
ater
ial
Th
e w
ritin
g m
ay sh
ow a
sens
e of
aud
ienc
e an
d ta
sk
It ha
s a st
ated
opi
nion
and
the
orga
niza
tion
of th
e es
say
may
not
mat
ch th
e to
pic
Resp
onse
may
inclu
de th
e fo
llow
ing
-Pa
rtial
ly fo
cuse
d to
pic
but i
t is u
ncle
ar
or n
ot m
aint
aine
d th
roug
hout
writ
ing
-In
cons
isten
t use
of t
rans
ition
s with
little
va
riety
-
Unev
en d
evel
opm
ent o
f ide
as fr
om
begi
nnin
g to
end
inc
ludi
ng a
wea
k in
trodu
ctio
n an
dor
con
clusio
n
Resp
onse
has
une
ven
supp
ort
evid
ence
fo
r the
writ
errsquos
topi
c in
clud
ing
the
inef
fect
ive
use
of so
urce
s fa
cts
and
de
tails
Th
e re
spon
se m
ay in
clud
e th
e fo
llow
ing
-W
eakl
y us
ed e
vide
nce
from
sour
ces
or ir
rele
vant
refe
renc
es
-Re
petit
ive
or in
effe
ctiv
e us
e of
el
abor
ate
tech
niqu
es
-U
nspe
cific
or s
impl
istic
exp
ress
ion
of
idea
s-
Inap
prop
riate
or i
neffe
ctiv
e do
mai
n-sp
ecifi
c voc
abul
ary
-Se
nten
ces m
ay b
e lim
ited
to si
mpl
e co
nstr
uctio
ns
The
resp
onse
dem
onst
rate
s an
adeq
uate
com
man
d of
bas
ic
conv
entio
ns
The
resp
onse
may
incl
ude
the
follo
win
g-
Som
e m
inor
err
ors i
n us
age
but n
o pa
tter
ns o
f err
ors
-Ad
equa
te u
se o
f pun
ctua
tion
ca
pita
lizat
ion
sent
ence
form
atio
n
and
spel
ling
1Th
e re
spon
se is
rela
ted
to th
e to
pic o
f th
e pr
ompt
but
may
show
little
or n
o aw
aren
ess o
f the
pur
pose
aud
ienc
e
and
task
It
does
not
hav
e a
stat
ed to
pic
and
it ha
s litt
le o
r no
orga
niza
tion
Re
spon
se m
ay in
clude
the
follo
win
g-
Abse
nt o
r con
fusin
g to
pic
-M
any
unre
late
d id
eas t
hat a
ffect
th
e re
ader
rsquos un
ders
tand
ing
-Fe
w o
r no
trans
ition
s-
Too
shor
t to
dem
onst
rate
kn
owle
dge
of th
e to
pic o
r or
gani
zatio
n
Resp
onse
has
litt
le
supp
ort
evid
ence
for t
he w
riter
rsquos
topi
c in
clud
ing
little
if a
ny u
se o
f so
urce
s fa
cts
and
det
ails
Th
e re
spon
se m
ay in
clud
e th
e fo
llow
ing
-Li
ttle
inc
orre
ct i
rrel
evan
t or
ab
sent
evi
denc
e fr
om so
urce
s-
Expr
essio
n of
idea
s is v
ague
un
clea
r or
conf
usin
g-
Lim
ited
or in
appr
opria
te
lang
uage
or d
omai
n-sp
ecifi
cvo
cabu
lary
-
Sent
ence
stru
ctur
e lim
ited
to
simpl
e co
nstr
uctio
n
The
resp
onse
dem
onst
rate
s a
part
ial c
omm
and
of b
asic
co
nven
tions
Th
e re
spon
se m
ay
incl
ude
the
follo
win
g-
Vario
us e
rror
s in
usag
e-
Inco
nsist
ent u
se o
f cor
rect
pu
nctu
atio
n c
apita
lizat
ion
se
nten
ce fo
rmat
ion
and
sp
ellin
g
0
The
resp
onse
de
mon
stra
tesa
lack
of
com
man
d of
co
nven
tions
with
fr
eque
nt a
nd se
vere
er
rors
that
affe
ct th
e re
ader
rsquos
unde
rsta
ndin
g
Purp
ose
Foc
us
amp O
rgan
izatio
n
Evid
ence
amp
Elab
orat
ion
Conv
entio
nsof
St
anda
rd
Engl
ish
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ativ
e Ru
bric
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pt T
itle
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When it is time to begin read both the passage(s) and the prompt You are to plan and write an essay about the passage(s) according to the directions in the prompt
You will be scored based on how well you express your ideas Be sure to write clearly and make your writing interesting to the reader
Before you begin writing take time to read the prompts think about what you read and then plan your essay
WRITE ONLY ABOUT THE PROMPT AND PASSAGE(S)
You have __________ minutes to complete this activity
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Attendanc in Millions
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Name ___________________Date _____________________
Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
Fin
alG
rad
e
4Th
e re
spon
se is
cons
isten
tly fo
cuse
d on
the
purp
ose
of th
e pr
ompt
Th
e w
ritin
g sh
ows a
se
nse
of a
udie
nce
and
task
Th
e es
say
is cle
arly
orga
nize
d a
nd h
as a
sens
e of
com
plet
enes
sRe
spon
se in
clude
s mos
t of t
he fo
llow
ing
-St
rong
ly m
aint
aine
d to
pic w
ith lit
tle o
r no
unr
elat
ed in
form
atio
n-
Skillf
ul u
se o
f a va
riety
of t
rans
ition
s tha
t he
lp th
e re
ader
und
erst
and
the
rela
tions
hip
amon
g id
eas
-Id
eas a
re o
rgan
ized
in a
logi
cal m
anne
r fro
m b
egin
ning
to e
nd i
nclu
ding
a
stro
ng in
trodu
ctio
n an
d co
nclu
sion
Resp
onse
has
det
aile
d an
d co
nvin
cing
su
ppor
tev
iden
ce fo
r the
writ
errsquos
topi
c th
at in
clud
es th
e ef
fect
ive
use
of so
urce
s
fact
s a
nd d
etai
ls
The
resp
onse
incl
udes
mos
t of t
he
follo
win
g-
Rele
vant
evi
denc
e th
at is
pre
sent
ed
smoo
thly
and
thor
ough
ly w
ith
refe
renc
es to
sour
ces
-St
rong
use
of a
var
iety
of e
labo
rativ
e te
chni
ques
dem
onst
ratin
g a d
eep
unde
rsta
ndin
g of
the
topi
c and
text
-
Clea
r and
effe
ctiv
e ex
pres
sion
of id
eas
us
ing
spec
ific l
angu
age
-Do
mai
n-sp
ecifi
c vo
cabu
lary
use
d cl
early
and
app
ropr
iate
ly fo
r the
au
dien
ce a
nd p
urpo
se
-Va
ried
sent
ence
stru
ctur
e
3Th
e re
spon
se is
usu
ally
focu
sed
on th
e pu
rpos
e of
th
e pr
ompt
Th
e w
ritin
g sh
ows a
som
e se
nse
of
audi
ence
and
task
It
has a
stat
ed to
pic
The
ess
ay is
org
anize
d a
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sens
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com
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enes
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spon
se in
clude
s mos
t of t
he fo
llow
ing
-M
aint
aine
d to
pic
alth
ough
som
e un
rela
ted
info
rmat
ion
may
be
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
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When it is time to begin read both the passage(s) and the prompt You are to plan and write an essay about the passage(s) according to the directions in the prompt
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You have __________ minutes to complete this activity
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Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
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clusio
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se o
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e re
spon
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rela
ted
to th
e to
pic o
f th
e pr
ompt
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may
show
little
or n
o aw
aren
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f the
pur
pose
aud
ienc
e
and
task
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does
not
hav
e a
stat
ed to
pic
and
it ha
s litt
le o
r no
orga
niza
tion
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spon
se m
ay in
clude
the
follo
win
g-
Abse
nt o
r con
fusin
g to
pic
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any
unre
late
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hat a
ffect
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e re
ader
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ders
tand
ing
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w o
r no
trans
ition
s-
Too
shor
t to
dem
onst
rate
kn
owle
dge
of th
e to
pic o
r or
gani
zatio
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has
litt
le
supp
ort
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he w
riter
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topi
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if a
ny u
se o
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urce
s fa
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and
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e re
spon
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ay in
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e th
e fo
llow
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ttle
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rrel
evan
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ab
sent
evi
denc
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om so
urce
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Expr
essio
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ague
un
clea
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appr
opria
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omai
n-sp
ecifi
cvo
cabu
lary
-
Sent
ence
stru
ctur
e lim
ited
to
simpl
e co
nstr
uctio
n
The
resp
onse
dem
onst
rate
s a
part
ial c
omm
and
of b
asic
co
nven
tions
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e re
spon
se m
ay
incl
ude
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follo
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g-
Vario
us e
rror
s in
usag
e-
Inco
nsist
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se o
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nctu
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n c
apita
lizat
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se
nten
ce fo
rmat
ion
and
sp
ellin
g
0
The
resp
onse
de
mon
stra
tesa
lack
of
com
man
d of
co
nven
tions
with
fr
eque
nt a
nd se
vere
er
rors
that
affe
ct th
e re
ader
rsquos
unde
rsta
ndin
g
Purp
ose
Foc
us
amp O
rgan
izatio
n
Evid
ence
amp
Elab
orat
ion
Conv
entio
nsof
St
anda
rd
Engl
ish
copy20
16 A
my
Mez
ni
32
Nam
e _
____
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Date
___
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_In
form
ativ
e Ru
bric
Prom
pt T
itle
_
____
____
____
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____
____
_
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Directions
When it is time to begin read both the passage(s) and the prompt You are to plan and write an essay about the passage(s) according to the directions in the prompt
You will be scored based on how well you express your ideas Be sure to write clearly and make your writing interesting to the reader
Before you begin writing take time to read the prompts think about what you read and then plan your essay
WRITE ONLY ABOUT THE PROMPT AND PASSAGE(S)
You have __________ minutes to complete this activity
copy2016 Amy Mezni 34
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt ________________________________________Use this page to record your answers Fill in the circle of the correct answer completely
1
2
3
4
5
6
Write your response to the short-response questions on the lines below Be sure to use complete sentences in your response
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Name ___________________Date _____________________
Protecting the Environment
Ecotourism helps to protect and preserve many of Floridarsquos unique habitats Some of
the amazing places that are located in the state are
bull The Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wetland in
North America
bull The Florida Keys are home to Earthrsquos third largest barrier reef
bull Canaveral National Seashore contains 24 miles of undeveloped beach It is
also home to many endangered species
bull Florida Caverns State Park is the only place in the state where people
can visit a dry cavern
Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitats
For example state and national parks have a small
entrance fee Part of these fees are used to help protect
the parks Ecotourism is a great deal for both tourists
and our environment
Also ecotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquo The
Florida Green Lodging Program asks hotels to conserve
natural resources In order to become a part of the program a hotel must participate
in recycling and water conservation It must also be energy efficient and reduce waste
Once a hotel earns this certification it is promoted to visitors as a green hotel
Everyone Benefits
You know that ecotourism protects our resources but did you realize that it also helps
our residents Many Floridians work in ecotourism or related jobs For example Floridarsquos
fishing industry alone creates more than 74000 jobs and adds $7 billion annually to the
statersquos economy
With ecotourism everyone wins
Visitors can see manatees at the Canaveral National Seashore
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
Fin
alG
rad
e
4Th
e re
spon
se is
cons
isten
tly fo
cuse
d on
the
purp
ose
of th
e pr
ompt
Th
e w
ritin
g sh
ows a
se
nse
of a
udie
nce
and
task
Th
e es
say
is cle
arly
orga
nize
d a
nd h
as a
sens
e of
com
plet
enes
sRe
spon
se in
clude
s mos
t of t
he fo
llow
ing
-St
rong
ly m
aint
aine
d to
pic w
ith lit
tle o
r no
unr
elat
ed in
form
atio
n-
Skillf
ul u
se o
f a va
riety
of t
rans
ition
s tha
t he
lp th
e re
ader
und
erst
and
the
rela
tions
hip
amon
g id
eas
-Id
eas a
re o
rgan
ized
in a
logi
cal m
anne
r fro
m b
egin
ning
to e
nd i
nclu
ding
a
stro
ng in
trodu
ctio
n an
d co
nclu
sion
Resp
onse
has
det
aile
d an
d co
nvin
cing
su
ppor
tev
iden
ce fo
r the
writ
errsquos
topi
c th
at in
clud
es th
e ef
fect
ive
use
of so
urce
s
fact
s a
nd d
etai
ls
The
resp
onse
incl
udes
mos
t of t
he
follo
win
g-
Rele
vant
evi
denc
e th
at is
pre
sent
ed
smoo
thly
and
thor
ough
ly w
ith
refe
renc
es to
sour
ces
-St
rong
use
of a
var
iety
of e
labo
rativ
e te
chni
ques
dem
onst
ratin
g a d
eep
unde
rsta
ndin
g of
the
topi
c and
text
-
Clea
r and
effe
ctiv
e ex
pres
sion
of id
eas
us
ing
spec
ific l
angu
age
-Do
mai
n-sp
ecifi
c vo
cabu
lary
use
d cl
early
and
app
ropr
iate
ly fo
r the
au
dien
ce a
nd p
urpo
se
-Va
ried
sent
ence
stru
ctur
e
3Th
e re
spon
se is
usu
ally
focu
sed
on th
e pu
rpos
e of
th
e pr
ompt
Th
e w
ritin
g sh
ows a
som
e se
nse
of
audi
ence
and
task
It
has a
stat
ed to
pic
The
ess
ay is
org
anize
d a
nd
has a
sens
e of
com
plet
enes
sRe
spon
se in
clude
s mos
t of t
he fo
llow
ing
-M
aint
aine
d to
pic
alth
ough
som
e un
rela
ted
info
rmat
ion
may
be
pres
ent
-Go
od u
se o
f tra
nsiti
ons w
ith so
me
varie
ty
that
hel
p th
e re
ader
und
erst
and
the
rela
tions
hip
amon
g id
eas
-Id
eas a
re o
rgan
ized
in a
logi
cal m
anne
r fro
m
begi
nnin
g to
end
inc
ludi
ng a
intro
duct
ion
and
conc
lusio
n
Resp
onse
has
ade
quat
e su
ppor
tev
iden
ce
for t
he w
riter
rsquos to
pic t
hat i
nclu
des t
he u
se o
f so
urce
s fa
cts
and
det
ails
Th
e re
spon
se in
clud
es m
ost o
f the
follo
win
g-
Mos
tly in
tegr
ated
evi
denc
e fr
om
sour
ces
alth
ough
they
may
be
gene
ral
impr
ecise
or i
ncon
siste
nt
-Ad
equa
te u
se o
f som
e el
abor
ativ
e te
chni
ques
-
Adeq
uate
exp
ress
ion
of id
eas
usin
g a
mix
of s
peci
fic a
nd g
ener
al la
ngua
ge
-Do
mai
n-sp
ecifi
c vo
cabu
lary
usu
ally
ap
prop
riate
ly fo
r the
aud
ienc
e an
d pu
rpos
e-
Som
e va
riety
in se
nten
ce s
truc
ture
2Th
e re
spon
se is
som
ewha
t foc
used
on
the
purp
ose
of th
e pr
ompt
alth
ough
it m
ay
inclu
de lo
osel
y re
late
d or
unr
elat
ed m
ater
ial
Th
e w
ritin
g m
ay sh
ow a
sens
e of
aud
ienc
e an
d ta
sk
It ha
s a st
ated
opi
nion
and
the
orga
niza
tion
of th
e es
say
may
not
mat
ch th
e to
pic
Resp
onse
may
inclu
de th
e fo
llow
ing
-Pa
rtial
ly fo
cuse
d to
pic
but i
t is u
ncle
ar
or n
ot m
aint
aine
d th
roug
hout
writ
ing
-In
cons
isten
t use
of t
rans
ition
s with
little
va
riety
-
Unev
en d
evel
opm
ent o
f ide
as fr
om
begi
nnin
g to
end
inc
ludi
ng a
wea
k in
trodu
ctio
n an
dor
con
clusio
n
Resp
onse
has
une
ven
supp
ort
evid
ence
fo
r the
writ
errsquos
topi
c in
clud
ing
the
inef
fect
ive
use
of so
urce
s fa
cts
and
de
tails
Th
e re
spon
se m
ay in
clud
e th
e fo
llow
ing
-W
eakl
y us
ed e
vide
nce
from
sour
ces
or ir
rele
vant
refe
renc
es
-Re
petit
ive
or in
effe
ctiv
e us
e of
el
abor
ate
tech
niqu
es
-U
nspe
cific
or s
impl
istic
exp
ress
ion
of
idea
s-
Inap
prop
riate
or i
neffe
ctiv
e do
mai
n-sp
ecifi
c voc
abul
ary
-Se
nten
ces m
ay b
e lim
ited
to si
mpl
e co
nstr
uctio
ns
The
resp
onse
dem
onst
rate
s an
adeq
uate
com
man
d of
bas
ic
conv
entio
ns
The
resp
onse
may
incl
ude
the
follo
win
g-
Som
e m
inor
err
ors i
n us
age
but n
o pa
tter
ns o
f err
ors
-Ad
equa
te u
se o
f pun
ctua
tion
ca
pita
lizat
ion
sent
ence
form
atio
n
and
spel
ling
1Th
e re
spon
se is
rela
ted
to th
e to
pic o
f th
e pr
ompt
but
may
show
little
or n
o aw
aren
ess o
f the
pur
pose
aud
ienc
e
and
task
It
does
not
hav
e a
stat
ed to
pic
and
it ha
s litt
le o
r no
orga
niza
tion
Re
spon
se m
ay in
clude
the
follo
win
g-
Abse
nt o
r con
fusin
g to
pic
-M
any
unre
late
d id
eas t
hat a
ffect
th
e re
ader
rsquos un
ders
tand
ing
-Fe
w o
r no
trans
ition
s-
Too
shor
t to
dem
onst
rate
kn
owle
dge
of th
e to
pic o
r or
gani
zatio
n
Resp
onse
has
litt
le
supp
ort
evid
ence
for t
he w
riter
rsquos
topi
c in
clud
ing
little
if a
ny u
se o
f so
urce
s fa
cts
and
det
ails
Th
e re
spon
se m
ay in
clud
e th
e fo
llow
ing
-Li
ttle
inc
orre
ct i
rrel
evan
t or
ab
sent
evi
denc
e fr
om so
urce
s-
Expr
essio
n of
idea
s is v
ague
un
clea
r or
conf
usin
g-
Lim
ited
or in
appr
opria
te
lang
uage
or d
omai
n-sp
ecifi
cvo
cabu
lary
-
Sent
ence
stru
ctur
e lim
ited
to
simpl
e co
nstr
uctio
n
The
resp
onse
dem
onst
rate
s a
part
ial c
omm
and
of b
asic
co
nven
tions
Th
e re
spon
se m
ay
incl
ude
the
follo
win
g-
Vario
us e
rror
s in
usag
e-
Inco
nsist
ent u
se o
f cor
rect
pu
nctu
atio
n c
apita
lizat
ion
se
nten
ce fo
rmat
ion
and
sp
ellin
g
0
The
resp
onse
de
mon
stra
tesa
lack
of
com
man
d of
co
nven
tions
with
fr
eque
nt a
nd se
vere
er
rors
that
affe
ct th
e re
ader
rsquos
unde
rsta
ndin
g
Purp
ose
Foc
us
amp O
rgan
izatio
n
Evid
ence
amp
Elab
orat
ion
Conv
entio
nsof
St
anda
rd
Engl
ish
copy20
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my
Mez
ni
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e _
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____
____
____
___
Date
___
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form
ativ
e Ru
bric
Prom
pt T
itle
_
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_
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Directions
When it is time to begin read both the passage(s) and the prompt You are to plan and write an essay about the passage(s) according to the directions in the prompt
You will be scored based on how well you express your ideas Be sure to write clearly and make your writing interesting to the reader
Before you begin writing take time to read the prompts think about what you read and then plan your essay
WRITE ONLY ABOUT THE PROMPT AND PASSAGE(S)
You have __________ minutes to complete this activity
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt ________________________________________Use this page to record your answers Fill in the circle of the correct answer completely
1
2
3
4
5
6
Write your response to the short-response questions on the lines below Be sure to use complete sentences in your response
Thank you for your purchaseCopyright copy2014 2018 Amy Mezni LLCPermission is granted to copy pages specifically designed for student or teacher use to the original purchaser or licensee Each page of this document is copyright Amy Mezni LLC You do not have permission to claim any part as your own and you may not share or sell anything based on this document This product may not be copied or distributed outside of the scope of your classroom This resource is NOT an open education resource and therefore may not be shared in part or whole as part of the US department of Educations go open campaign Any resources purchased should not be posted to a public website or shared server A password protected websites for the teacherrsquos personal class is the only allowable electronic postingPosting this resource to the internet without permission is a violation of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act
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artists
See My TPT Store For More Paired Passages Resources
Lawrence CrucianaDollar Photo ClubGaumenfreudeungDollar Photo ClubQuasarPhotosDollar Photo ClubAnaDollar Photo Club
Tactile Studio
Slide Number 1
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Commerce
6
Power Generation
10
Agriculture
Public Supply
Recreational
Commerce
Power Generation
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins
Use the article Ecotourism Everyone Wins to answer the following questions
1 What does the author want the reader to doA The author wants the reader to visit Floridarsquos attractionsB The author wants the reader to consider the environment when travelingC The author wants the reader to work in ecotourism
D The author wants the reader to know that Florida has amazing places to
visit
2 How does the table support the authorrsquos argument A The table shows that Floridarsquos attractions had many visitors
B The table shows that more people visited theme parks than state parks
C The table shows that the Magic Kingdom had more visitors than Floridarsquos
national parks
D The table shows that state parks had more visitors than the Magic
Kingdom
3 How does the footnote for the word conservation help the reader to better understand the article
A The reader learns that conservation is about protecting the environment
B The reader learns that conservation supports local people
C The reader learns that conservation has little impact on the environment
D The reader learns that conservation includes ecotourism
4 Which of the following is the best summary of the main ideas in the text
Select the best answer
A Ecotourism protects natural resources and is fun for tourists
B Floridarsquos state government supports ecotourism and theme parks
C Using ecotourism supports both the environment and Florida residents
D Ecotourism is an easy way to protect the environment and visit Florida
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
copy2016 Amy Mezni 29
Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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copy2016 Amy Mezni
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
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alG
rad
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5 What is the text structure of the articleA Description
B Problem amp Solution
C Cause amp Effect
D Compare amp Contrast
6 Under which heading would you most likely find information on ecotourism jobs in Florida
A The introductionB Ecotourism in FloridaC Protecting the EnvironmentD Everyone Benefits
7 How does the author support the idea that ecotourism would protect
Floridarsquos natural resources Use specific text evidence to support your
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
copy2016 Amy Mezni 29
Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
copy2016 Amy Mezni 30
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
Fin
alG
rad
e
4Th
e re
spon
se is
cons
isten
tly fo
cuse
d on
the
purp
ose
of th
e pr
ompt
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e w
ritin
g sh
ows a
se
nse
of a
udie
nce
and
task
Th
e es
say
is cle
arly
orga
nize
d a
nd h
as a
sens
e of
com
plet
enes
sRe
spon
se in
clude
s mos
t of t
he fo
llow
ing
-St
rong
ly m
aint
aine
d to
pic w
ith lit
tle o
r no
unr
elat
ed in
form
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n-
Skillf
ul u
se o
f a va
riety
of t
rans
ition
s tha
t he
lp th
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rela
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g id
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re o
rgan
ized
in a
logi
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anne
r fro
m b
egin
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to e
nd i
nclu
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n an
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nclu
sion
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det
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nvin
cing
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tev
iden
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r the
writ
errsquos
topi
c th
at in
clud
es th
e ef
fect
ive
use
of so
urce
s
fact
s a
nd d
etai
ls
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resp
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incl
udes
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t of t
he
follo
win
g-
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vant
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denc
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at is
pre
sent
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thly
and
thor
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ith
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sour
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rong
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iety
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dem
onst
ratin
g a d
eep
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rsta
ndin
g of
the
topi
c and
text
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Clea
r and
effe
ctiv
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pres
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of id
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dien
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ctur
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the
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pic o
f th
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se o
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urce
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Floridarsquos Decreasing Water SupplyClose your eyes and picture Florida What do you see Many people picture Floridarsquos
sunny beaches or its plentiful lakes Can you imagine Florida without these water
sources If Floridians donrsquot take steps to protect the water supply one day that might
really happen
Where does Florida get its water
Florida has a thick layer of limestone Limestone is
porous This means it is sponge-like and will absorb
water As the mountains eroded sand and clay were
deposited on top of the limestone
Over time moving water wore cracks in the limestone
These cracks slowly widened and formed aquifers
Aquifers are large underground areas that can hold
a lot of water This water is called groundwater
Florida has two large aquifers The Biscayne is under south Florida The Floridan is larger
It covers almost 100000 square miles It lies under parts of Florida Alabama Georgia
and South Carolina
How do people get water from the aquifers
There are three main ways people get groundwater from the aquifers
1 Wells ndash Wells are holes that are drilled into the aquifer
2 Spring ndash Springs are natural openings Groundwater reaches
the surface through these openings
3 Surface water ndash Surface water includes rivers lakes and
other bodies of water
Moving water slowly wore holes in Floridarsquos limestone
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
How does Floridarsquos growing population affect the water supply
Currently Floridians are using water
faster than they can be replaced
Water usage is expected to increase
in the future Floridians must find
ways to conserve water
If groundwater levels continue to
shrink environmental problems may
occur Springs and lakes might dry up
Wetlands could disappear Saltwater could
mix with groundwater All of these things
would reduce the groundwater supply
How can people protect Floridarsquos groundwater
There are a number of things that help conserve water The state government protects
the water supply by creating state parks Park lands remain undeveloped This protects
the water supply
Florida also has Water Management Districts These groups can restrict water usage
For example they may limit the hours in which people may water their lawns
Conservation groups also help protect groundwater These groups restore habitats In
Central Florida the Walt Disney Company bought 8500 acres of land It worked with
other groups to return this area to wetlands
Floridians can also conserve water People can buy newer appliances Newer models use
less energy Also people can use rain barrels These barrels capture rainwater This water
can be used to water plants or wash cars Even taking shorter showers helps save water
With careful planning Floridians can protect the groundwater
Floridarsquos water supply is affected by both businesses and residents
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Floridarsquos Decreasing Water SupplyClose your eyes and picture Florida What do you see Many people picture Floridarsquos
sunny beaches or its plentiful lakes Can you imagine Florida without these water
sources If Floridians donrsquot take steps to protect the water supply one day that might
really happen
Where does Florida get its water
Florida has a thick layer of limestone Limestone is
porous This means its spongy texture absorbs
water As the mountains eroded sand and clay were
deposited on top of the limestone
Over time moving water wore cracks in the limestone
These cracks eventually widened until aquifers
formed Aquifers are large underground areas that
can hold large quantities of water Water that comes
from an underground source is called groundwater
Florida has two major aquifers The Biscayne aquifer is beneath south Florida The
Floridan is the larger aquifer It covers almost 100000 square miles beneath parts of
Florida Alabama Georgia and South Carolina
How do people get water from the aquifers
There are three main ways people get groundwater from Floridarsquos aquifers
1 Wells ndash Wells are holes that are drilled into the aquifer
2 Spring ndash Springs are natural openings Groundwater reaches
the surface through these openings
3 Surface water ndash Surface water includes rivers lakes streams
and other bodies of water
Moving water slowly wore holes in Floridarsquos limestone
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
How does Floridarsquos growing population affect the water supply
Currently Floridians are using water
supplies faster than they can be replaced
Water usage is expected to continue to
increase in the future Floridians must
find ways to conserve water
If groundwater levels continue to
decrease environmental problems may
occur Springs and lakes might dry up
Wetlands could disappear Saltwater could
mix with groundwater All of these things
would further reduce the groundwater supply
How can people protect Floridarsquos groundwater
There are a number of things that can be done to help conserve water One way the
state government protects the water supply is by creating state parks Park lands
remain undeveloped conserving the natural environment
Florida also has Water Management Districts that can enforce water restrictions For
example they may limit the hours in which people may water their lawns
Conservation groups also help protect Floridarsquos water These groups work toward
restoring habitats In Central Florida the Walt Disney Company bought 8500 acres of
land It worked with other groups to restore this area to wetlands
Floridians can also take steps to conserve water People can purchase newer appliances
that use less energy Also people can use rain barrels These barrels capture rainwater
This water can be used to water plants or wash cars Even simple things like taking
shorter showers help to save water
With careful planning Floridians can protect the groundwater
Floridarsquos water supply is affected by both businesses and residents
Chart1
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Floridarsquos Decreasing Water SupplyClose your eyes and picture Florida What do you see Many people picture Floridarsquos
sunny beaches or its bountiful lakes Can you imagine Florida without these water
sources If Floridians donrsquot take steps to protect the water supply one day that might
really happen
Where does Florida get its water
Florida has a thick layer of limestone Limestone is
porous meaning its spongy texture absorbs water
As the mountains eroded sand and clay were
deposited on top of the limestone
Over time moving water wore cracks in the limestone
These cracks eventually widened until aquifers
formed Aquifers are large underground areas that
can hold large quantities of water Water that comes
From an underground source is called groundwater
Florida has two major aquifers The Biscayne aquifer is beneath south Florida The
Floridan is the larger aquifer covering almost 100000 square miles beneath parts of
Florida Alabama Georgia and South Carolina
How do people get water from the aquifers
There are three main ways people get groundwater from Floridarsquos aquifers
1 Wells ndash Wells are holes that are drilled into the aquifer
2 Spring ndash Springs are natural openings Groundwater reaches
the surface through these openings
3 Surface water ndash Surface water includes rivers lakes streams
and other bodies of water
Moving water slowly wore holes in Floridarsquos limestone
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
How does Floridarsquos growing population affect the water supply
Currently Floridians are depleting water
supplies faster than they can be restored
Water usage is projected to continue to
increase in the future Floridians must
find ways to conserve water
If groundwater levels continue to
decrease environmental problems may
occur Springs and lakes might dry up and
wetlands could disappear Saltwater could
mix with groundwater All of these things
would further reduce the groundwater supply
How can people protect Floridarsquos groundwater
There are a number of things that can be done to help conserve water One way the
state government protects the water supply is by creating state parks Park lands
remain undeveloped conserving the natural environment
Florida also has Water Management Districts that can enforce water restrictions For
example they may limit the hours in which people may water their lawns
Conservation groups also help protect Floridarsquos water These groups work toward
restoring natural habitats In Central Florida the Walt Disney Company purchased 8500
acres of land near the northern end of the Everglades Disney partnered with the State
of Florida and other groups to restore this area to wetlands
Florida residents can also take steps to conserve water People can purchase more
efficient appliances such as air conditioners and washers to save energy Also people can
use rain barrels to capture and store rainwater This rainwater can be used instead of
groundwater to water plants or wash cars Even simple things like turning off the water
while people brush their teeth help to save water
With careful planning Floridians can protect the groundwater
Floridarsquos water supply is affected by both businesses and residents
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Reading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply
Use the article Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply to answer the following questions
1 Which context clue best helps the reader to understand the meaning of ldquoconserverdquo Look back in the text to determine the correct answer
A Florida also has Water Management Districts
B This protects the water supply
C Park lands remain undeveloped
D These groups restore habitats
2 Which of the following explains the main ideas of the text Select the best answer
A Floridians are using up the water supply but steps can be taken to protect the statersquos groundwater
B There are many ways Floridians get groundwater but the water supply is running out
C Florida has large aquifers that are protected by Water Management Districts
D Conservation groups are protecting Floridarsquos groundwater but people also need to help
3 According to the author how can people protect Floridarsquos water A People can buy habitats and restore them
B People can catch rainwater to use for gardening or washing cars
C People can stop using wells
D People can visit state parks
4 What is the authorrsquos purpose for writing this article Select the best choice
A To inform readers of Floridarsquos decreasing water supply
B To explain how to conserve water
C To persuade people to conserve water
D To describe Floridarsquos water sources
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5 What is the purpose of the photograph on the first pageA To prove the authorrsquos opinion
B To help the reader locate information
C To add more information to the text
D To help the reader understand the text
6 According to the article what will be one of the effects of lower groundwater levels
A Fish and other wildlife may die
B The State of Florida will restrict water usage
C Floridians will have to conserve water
D Groundwater may become saltwater
7 Why does the author describe ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
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When it is time to begin read both the passage(s) and the prompt You are to plan and write an essay about the passage(s) according to the directions in the prompt
You will be scored based on how well you express your ideas Be sure to write clearly and make your writing interesting to the reader
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
How does Floridarsquos growing population affect the water supply
Currently Floridians are using water
faster than they can be replaced
Water usage is expected to increase
in the future Floridians must find
ways to conserve water
If groundwater levels continue to
shrink environmental problems may
occur Springs and lakes might dry up
Wetlands could disappear Saltwater could
mix with groundwater All of these things
would reduce the groundwater supply
How can people protect Floridarsquos groundwater
There are a number of things that help conserve water The state government protects
the water supply by creating state parks Park lands remain undeveloped This protects
the water supply
Florida also has Water Management Districts These groups can restrict water usage
For example they may limit the hours in which people may water their lawns
Conservation groups also help protect groundwater These groups restore habitats In
Central Florida the Walt Disney Company bought 8500 acres of land It worked with
other groups to return this area to wetlands
Floridians can also conserve water People can buy newer appliances Newer models use
less energy Also people can use rain barrels These barrels capture rainwater This water
can be used to water plants or wash cars Even taking shorter showers helps save water
With careful planning Floridians can protect the groundwater
Floridarsquos water supply is affected by both businesses and residents
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Floridarsquos Decreasing Water SupplyClose your eyes and picture Florida What do you see Many people picture Floridarsquos
sunny beaches or its plentiful lakes Can you imagine Florida without these water
sources If Floridians donrsquot take steps to protect the water supply one day that might
really happen
Where does Florida get its water
Florida has a thick layer of limestone Limestone is
porous This means its spongy texture absorbs
water As the mountains eroded sand and clay were
deposited on top of the limestone
Over time moving water wore cracks in the limestone
These cracks eventually widened until aquifers
formed Aquifers are large underground areas that
can hold large quantities of water Water that comes
from an underground source is called groundwater
Florida has two major aquifers The Biscayne aquifer is beneath south Florida The
Floridan is the larger aquifer It covers almost 100000 square miles beneath parts of
Florida Alabama Georgia and South Carolina
How do people get water from the aquifers
There are three main ways people get groundwater from Floridarsquos aquifers
1 Wells ndash Wells are holes that are drilled into the aquifer
2 Spring ndash Springs are natural openings Groundwater reaches
the surface through these openings
3 Surface water ndash Surface water includes rivers lakes streams
and other bodies of water
Moving water slowly wore holes in Floridarsquos limestone
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
How does Floridarsquos growing population affect the water supply
Currently Floridians are using water
supplies faster than they can be replaced
Water usage is expected to continue to
increase in the future Floridians must
find ways to conserve water
If groundwater levels continue to
decrease environmental problems may
occur Springs and lakes might dry up
Wetlands could disappear Saltwater could
mix with groundwater All of these things
would further reduce the groundwater supply
How can people protect Floridarsquos groundwater
There are a number of things that can be done to help conserve water One way the
state government protects the water supply is by creating state parks Park lands
remain undeveloped conserving the natural environment
Florida also has Water Management Districts that can enforce water restrictions For
example they may limit the hours in which people may water their lawns
Conservation groups also help protect Floridarsquos water These groups work toward
restoring habitats In Central Florida the Walt Disney Company bought 8500 acres of
land It worked with other groups to restore this area to wetlands
Floridians can also take steps to conserve water People can purchase newer appliances
that use less energy Also people can use rain barrels These barrels capture rainwater
This water can be used to water plants or wash cars Even simple things like taking
shorter showers help to save water
With careful planning Floridians can protect the groundwater
Floridarsquos water supply is affected by both businesses and residents
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Water Supply in Florida
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Floridarsquos Decreasing Water SupplyClose your eyes and picture Florida What do you see Many people picture Floridarsquos
sunny beaches or its bountiful lakes Can you imagine Florida without these water
sources If Floridians donrsquot take steps to protect the water supply one day that might
really happen
Where does Florida get its water
Florida has a thick layer of limestone Limestone is
porous meaning its spongy texture absorbs water
As the mountains eroded sand and clay were
deposited on top of the limestone
Over time moving water wore cracks in the limestone
These cracks eventually widened until aquifers
formed Aquifers are large underground areas that
can hold large quantities of water Water that comes
From an underground source is called groundwater
Florida has two major aquifers The Biscayne aquifer is beneath south Florida The
Floridan is the larger aquifer covering almost 100000 square miles beneath parts of
Florida Alabama Georgia and South Carolina
How do people get water from the aquifers
There are three main ways people get groundwater from Floridarsquos aquifers
1 Wells ndash Wells are holes that are drilled into the aquifer
2 Spring ndash Springs are natural openings Groundwater reaches
the surface through these openings
3 Surface water ndash Surface water includes rivers lakes streams
and other bodies of water
Moving water slowly wore holes in Floridarsquos limestone
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
How does Floridarsquos growing population affect the water supply
Currently Floridians are depleting water
supplies faster than they can be restored
Water usage is projected to continue to
increase in the future Floridians must
find ways to conserve water
If groundwater levels continue to
decrease environmental problems may
occur Springs and lakes might dry up and
wetlands could disappear Saltwater could
mix with groundwater All of these things
would further reduce the groundwater supply
How can people protect Floridarsquos groundwater
There are a number of things that can be done to help conserve water One way the
state government protects the water supply is by creating state parks Park lands
remain undeveloped conserving the natural environment
Florida also has Water Management Districts that can enforce water restrictions For
example they may limit the hours in which people may water their lawns
Conservation groups also help protect Floridarsquos water These groups work toward
restoring natural habitats In Central Florida the Walt Disney Company purchased 8500
acres of land near the northern end of the Everglades Disney partnered with the State
of Florida and other groups to restore this area to wetlands
Florida residents can also take steps to conserve water People can purchase more
efficient appliances such as air conditioners and washers to save energy Also people can
use rain barrels to capture and store rainwater This rainwater can be used instead of
groundwater to water plants or wash cars Even simple things like turning off the water
while people brush their teeth help to save water
With careful planning Floridians can protect the groundwater
Floridarsquos water supply is affected by both businesses and residents
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Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply
Use the article Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply to answer the following questions
1 Which context clue best helps the reader to understand the meaning of ldquoconserverdquo Look back in the text to determine the correct answer
A Florida also has Water Management Districts
B This protects the water supply
C Park lands remain undeveloped
D These groups restore habitats
2 Which of the following explains the main ideas of the text Select the best answer
A Floridians are using up the water supply but steps can be taken to protect the statersquos groundwater
B There are many ways Floridians get groundwater but the water supply is running out
C Florida has large aquifers that are protected by Water Management Districts
D Conservation groups are protecting Floridarsquos groundwater but people also need to help
3 According to the author how can people protect Floridarsquos water A People can buy habitats and restore them
B People can catch rainwater to use for gardening or washing cars
C People can stop using wells
D People can visit state parks
4 What is the authorrsquos purpose for writing this article Select the best choice
A To inform readers of Floridarsquos decreasing water supply
B To explain how to conserve water
C To persuade people to conserve water
D To describe Floridarsquos water sources
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5 What is the purpose of the photograph on the first pageA To prove the authorrsquos opinion
B To help the reader locate information
C To add more information to the text
D To help the reader understand the text
6 According to the article what will be one of the effects of lower groundwater levels
A Fish and other wildlife may die
B The State of Florida will restrict water usage
C Floridians will have to conserve water
D Groundwater may become saltwater
7 Why does the author describe ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
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ort
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rate
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adeq
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com
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bas
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may
incl
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inor
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sent
ence
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e re
spon
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rela
ted
to th
e to
pic o
f th
e pr
ompt
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r or
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Floridarsquos Decreasing Water SupplyClose your eyes and picture Florida What do you see Many people picture Floridarsquos
sunny beaches or its plentiful lakes Can you imagine Florida without these water
sources If Floridians donrsquot take steps to protect the water supply one day that might
really happen
Where does Florida get its water
Florida has a thick layer of limestone Limestone is
porous This means its spongy texture absorbs
water As the mountains eroded sand and clay were
deposited on top of the limestone
Over time moving water wore cracks in the limestone
These cracks eventually widened until aquifers
formed Aquifers are large underground areas that
can hold large quantities of water Water that comes
from an underground source is called groundwater
Florida has two major aquifers The Biscayne aquifer is beneath south Florida The
Floridan is the larger aquifer It covers almost 100000 square miles beneath parts of
Florida Alabama Georgia and South Carolina
How do people get water from the aquifers
There are three main ways people get groundwater from Floridarsquos aquifers
1 Wells ndash Wells are holes that are drilled into the aquifer
2 Spring ndash Springs are natural openings Groundwater reaches
the surface through these openings
3 Surface water ndash Surface water includes rivers lakes streams
and other bodies of water
Moving water slowly wore holes in Floridarsquos limestone
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
How does Floridarsquos growing population affect the water supply
Currently Floridians are using water
supplies faster than they can be replaced
Water usage is expected to continue to
increase in the future Floridians must
find ways to conserve water
If groundwater levels continue to
decrease environmental problems may
occur Springs and lakes might dry up
Wetlands could disappear Saltwater could
mix with groundwater All of these things
would further reduce the groundwater supply
How can people protect Floridarsquos groundwater
There are a number of things that can be done to help conserve water One way the
state government protects the water supply is by creating state parks Park lands
remain undeveloped conserving the natural environment
Florida also has Water Management Districts that can enforce water restrictions For
example they may limit the hours in which people may water their lawns
Conservation groups also help protect Floridarsquos water These groups work toward
restoring habitats In Central Florida the Walt Disney Company bought 8500 acres of
land It worked with other groups to restore this area to wetlands
Floridians can also take steps to conserve water People can purchase newer appliances
that use less energy Also people can use rain barrels These barrels capture rainwater
This water can be used to water plants or wash cars Even simple things like taking
shorter showers help to save water
With careful planning Floridians can protect the groundwater
Floridarsquos water supply is affected by both businesses and residents
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Floridarsquos Decreasing Water SupplyClose your eyes and picture Florida What do you see Many people picture Floridarsquos
sunny beaches or its bountiful lakes Can you imagine Florida without these water
sources If Floridians donrsquot take steps to protect the water supply one day that might
really happen
Where does Florida get its water
Florida has a thick layer of limestone Limestone is
porous meaning its spongy texture absorbs water
As the mountains eroded sand and clay were
deposited on top of the limestone
Over time moving water wore cracks in the limestone
These cracks eventually widened until aquifers
formed Aquifers are large underground areas that
can hold large quantities of water Water that comes
From an underground source is called groundwater
Florida has two major aquifers The Biscayne aquifer is beneath south Florida The
Floridan is the larger aquifer covering almost 100000 square miles beneath parts of
Florida Alabama Georgia and South Carolina
How do people get water from the aquifers
There are three main ways people get groundwater from Floridarsquos aquifers
1 Wells ndash Wells are holes that are drilled into the aquifer
2 Spring ndash Springs are natural openings Groundwater reaches
the surface through these openings
3 Surface water ndash Surface water includes rivers lakes streams
and other bodies of water
Moving water slowly wore holes in Floridarsquos limestone
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
How does Floridarsquos growing population affect the water supply
Currently Floridians are depleting water
supplies faster than they can be restored
Water usage is projected to continue to
increase in the future Floridians must
find ways to conserve water
If groundwater levels continue to
decrease environmental problems may
occur Springs and lakes might dry up and
wetlands could disappear Saltwater could
mix with groundwater All of these things
would further reduce the groundwater supply
How can people protect Floridarsquos groundwater
There are a number of things that can be done to help conserve water One way the
state government protects the water supply is by creating state parks Park lands
remain undeveloped conserving the natural environment
Florida also has Water Management Districts that can enforce water restrictions For
example they may limit the hours in which people may water their lawns
Conservation groups also help protect Floridarsquos water These groups work toward
restoring natural habitats In Central Florida the Walt Disney Company purchased 8500
acres of land near the northern end of the Everglades Disney partnered with the State
of Florida and other groups to restore this area to wetlands
Florida residents can also take steps to conserve water People can purchase more
efficient appliances such as air conditioners and washers to save energy Also people can
use rain barrels to capture and store rainwater This rainwater can be used instead of
groundwater to water plants or wash cars Even simple things like turning off the water
while people brush their teeth help to save water
With careful planning Floridians can protect the groundwater
Floridarsquos water supply is affected by both businesses and residents
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Reading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply
Use the article Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply to answer the following questions
1 Which context clue best helps the reader to understand the meaning of ldquoconserverdquo Look back in the text to determine the correct answer
A Florida also has Water Management Districts
B This protects the water supply
C Park lands remain undeveloped
D These groups restore habitats
2 Which of the following explains the main ideas of the text Select the best answer
A Floridians are using up the water supply but steps can be taken to protect the statersquos groundwater
B There are many ways Floridians get groundwater but the water supply is running out
C Florida has large aquifers that are protected by Water Management Districts
D Conservation groups are protecting Floridarsquos groundwater but people also need to help
3 According to the author how can people protect Floridarsquos water A People can buy habitats and restore them
B People can catch rainwater to use for gardening or washing cars
C People can stop using wells
D People can visit state parks
4 What is the authorrsquos purpose for writing this article Select the best choice
A To inform readers of Floridarsquos decreasing water supply
B To explain how to conserve water
C To persuade people to conserve water
D To describe Floridarsquos water sources
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5 What is the purpose of the photograph on the first pageA To prove the authorrsquos opinion
B To help the reader locate information
C To add more information to the text
D To help the reader understand the text
6 According to the article what will be one of the effects of lower groundwater levels
A Fish and other wildlife may die
B The State of Florida will restrict water usage
C Floridians will have to conserve water
D Groundwater may become saltwater
7 Why does the author describe ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
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rong
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ay in
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vide
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petit
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uate
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Water Supply in Florida
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Floridarsquos Decreasing Water SupplyClose your eyes and picture Florida What do you see Many people picture Floridarsquos
sunny beaches or its plentiful lakes Can you imagine Florida without these water
sources If Floridians donrsquot take steps to protect the water supply one day that might
really happen
Where does Florida get its water
Florida has a thick layer of limestone Limestone is
porous This means its spongy texture absorbs
water As the mountains eroded sand and clay were
deposited on top of the limestone
Over time moving water wore cracks in the limestone
These cracks eventually widened until aquifers
formed Aquifers are large underground areas that
can hold large quantities of water Water that comes
from an underground source is called groundwater
Florida has two major aquifers The Biscayne aquifer is beneath south Florida The
Floridan is the larger aquifer It covers almost 100000 square miles beneath parts of
Florida Alabama Georgia and South Carolina
How do people get water from the aquifers
There are three main ways people get groundwater from Floridarsquos aquifers
1 Wells ndash Wells are holes that are drilled into the aquifer
2 Spring ndash Springs are natural openings Groundwater reaches
the surface through these openings
3 Surface water ndash Surface water includes rivers lakes streams
and other bodies of water
Moving water slowly wore holes in Floridarsquos limestone
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
How does Floridarsquos growing population affect the water supply
Currently Floridians are using water
supplies faster than they can be replaced
Water usage is expected to continue to
increase in the future Floridians must
find ways to conserve water
If groundwater levels continue to
decrease environmental problems may
occur Springs and lakes might dry up
Wetlands could disappear Saltwater could
mix with groundwater All of these things
would further reduce the groundwater supply
How can people protect Floridarsquos groundwater
There are a number of things that can be done to help conserve water One way the
state government protects the water supply is by creating state parks Park lands
remain undeveloped conserving the natural environment
Florida also has Water Management Districts that can enforce water restrictions For
example they may limit the hours in which people may water their lawns
Conservation groups also help protect Floridarsquos water These groups work toward
restoring habitats In Central Florida the Walt Disney Company bought 8500 acres of
land It worked with other groups to restore this area to wetlands
Floridians can also take steps to conserve water People can purchase newer appliances
that use less energy Also people can use rain barrels These barrels capture rainwater
This water can be used to water plants or wash cars Even simple things like taking
shorter showers help to save water
With careful planning Floridians can protect the groundwater
Floridarsquos water supply is affected by both businesses and residents
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Floridarsquos Decreasing Water SupplyClose your eyes and picture Florida What do you see Many people picture Floridarsquos
sunny beaches or its bountiful lakes Can you imagine Florida without these water
sources If Floridians donrsquot take steps to protect the water supply one day that might
really happen
Where does Florida get its water
Florida has a thick layer of limestone Limestone is
porous meaning its spongy texture absorbs water
As the mountains eroded sand and clay were
deposited on top of the limestone
Over time moving water wore cracks in the limestone
These cracks eventually widened until aquifers
formed Aquifers are large underground areas that
can hold large quantities of water Water that comes
From an underground source is called groundwater
Florida has two major aquifers The Biscayne aquifer is beneath south Florida The
Floridan is the larger aquifer covering almost 100000 square miles beneath parts of
Florida Alabama Georgia and South Carolina
How do people get water from the aquifers
There are three main ways people get groundwater from Floridarsquos aquifers
1 Wells ndash Wells are holes that are drilled into the aquifer
2 Spring ndash Springs are natural openings Groundwater reaches
the surface through these openings
3 Surface water ndash Surface water includes rivers lakes streams
and other bodies of water
Moving water slowly wore holes in Floridarsquos limestone
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
How does Floridarsquos growing population affect the water supply
Currently Floridians are depleting water
supplies faster than they can be restored
Water usage is projected to continue to
increase in the future Floridians must
find ways to conserve water
If groundwater levels continue to
decrease environmental problems may
occur Springs and lakes might dry up and
wetlands could disappear Saltwater could
mix with groundwater All of these things
would further reduce the groundwater supply
How can people protect Floridarsquos groundwater
There are a number of things that can be done to help conserve water One way the
state government protects the water supply is by creating state parks Park lands
remain undeveloped conserving the natural environment
Florida also has Water Management Districts that can enforce water restrictions For
example they may limit the hours in which people may water their lawns
Conservation groups also help protect Floridarsquos water These groups work toward
restoring natural habitats In Central Florida the Walt Disney Company purchased 8500
acres of land near the northern end of the Everglades Disney partnered with the State
of Florida and other groups to restore this area to wetlands
Florida residents can also take steps to conserve water People can purchase more
efficient appliances such as air conditioners and washers to save energy Also people can
use rain barrels to capture and store rainwater This rainwater can be used instead of
groundwater to water plants or wash cars Even simple things like turning off the water
while people brush their teeth help to save water
With careful planning Floridians can protect the groundwater
Floridarsquos water supply is affected by both businesses and residents
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Reading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply
Use the article Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply to answer the following questions
1 Which context clue best helps the reader to understand the meaning of ldquoconserverdquo Look back in the text to determine the correct answer
A Florida also has Water Management Districts
B This protects the water supply
C Park lands remain undeveloped
D These groups restore habitats
2 Which of the following explains the main ideas of the text Select the best answer
A Floridians are using up the water supply but steps can be taken to protect the statersquos groundwater
B There are many ways Floridians get groundwater but the water supply is running out
C Florida has large aquifers that are protected by Water Management Districts
D Conservation groups are protecting Floridarsquos groundwater but people also need to help
3 According to the author how can people protect Floridarsquos water A People can buy habitats and restore them
B People can catch rainwater to use for gardening or washing cars
C People can stop using wells
D People can visit state parks
4 What is the authorrsquos purpose for writing this article Select the best choice
A To inform readers of Floridarsquos decreasing water supply
B To explain how to conserve water
C To persuade people to conserve water
D To describe Floridarsquos water sources
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5 What is the purpose of the photograph on the first pageA To prove the authorrsquos opinion
B To help the reader locate information
C To add more information to the text
D To help the reader understand the text
6 According to the article what will be one of the effects of lower groundwater levels
A Fish and other wildlife may die
B The State of Florida will restrict water usage
C Floridians will have to conserve water
D Groundwater may become saltwater
7 Why does the author describe ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
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Water Supply in Florida
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Floridarsquos Decreasing Water SupplyClose your eyes and picture Florida What do you see Many people picture Floridarsquos
sunny beaches or its plentiful lakes Can you imagine Florida without these water
sources If Floridians donrsquot take steps to protect the water supply one day that might
really happen
Where does Florida get its water
Florida has a thick layer of limestone Limestone is
porous This means its spongy texture absorbs
water As the mountains eroded sand and clay were
deposited on top of the limestone
Over time moving water wore cracks in the limestone
These cracks eventually widened until aquifers
formed Aquifers are large underground areas that
can hold large quantities of water Water that comes
from an underground source is called groundwater
Florida has two major aquifers The Biscayne aquifer is beneath south Florida The
Floridan is the larger aquifer It covers almost 100000 square miles beneath parts of
Florida Alabama Georgia and South Carolina
How do people get water from the aquifers
There are three main ways people get groundwater from Floridarsquos aquifers
1 Wells ndash Wells are holes that are drilled into the aquifer
2 Spring ndash Springs are natural openings Groundwater reaches
the surface through these openings
3 Surface water ndash Surface water includes rivers lakes streams
and other bodies of water
Moving water slowly wore holes in Floridarsquos limestone
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
How does Floridarsquos growing population affect the water supply
Currently Floridians are using water
supplies faster than they can be replaced
Water usage is expected to continue to
increase in the future Floridians must
find ways to conserve water
If groundwater levels continue to
decrease environmental problems may
occur Springs and lakes might dry up
Wetlands could disappear Saltwater could
mix with groundwater All of these things
would further reduce the groundwater supply
How can people protect Floridarsquos groundwater
There are a number of things that can be done to help conserve water One way the
state government protects the water supply is by creating state parks Park lands
remain undeveloped conserving the natural environment
Florida also has Water Management Districts that can enforce water restrictions For
example they may limit the hours in which people may water their lawns
Conservation groups also help protect Floridarsquos water These groups work toward
restoring habitats In Central Florida the Walt Disney Company bought 8500 acres of
land It worked with other groups to restore this area to wetlands
Floridians can also take steps to conserve water People can purchase newer appliances
that use less energy Also people can use rain barrels These barrels capture rainwater
This water can be used to water plants or wash cars Even simple things like taking
shorter showers help to save water
With careful planning Floridians can protect the groundwater
Floridarsquos water supply is affected by both businesses and residents
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Floridarsquos Decreasing Water SupplyClose your eyes and picture Florida What do you see Many people picture Floridarsquos
sunny beaches or its bountiful lakes Can you imagine Florida without these water
sources If Floridians donrsquot take steps to protect the water supply one day that might
really happen
Where does Florida get its water
Florida has a thick layer of limestone Limestone is
porous meaning its spongy texture absorbs water
As the mountains eroded sand and clay were
deposited on top of the limestone
Over time moving water wore cracks in the limestone
These cracks eventually widened until aquifers
formed Aquifers are large underground areas that
can hold large quantities of water Water that comes
From an underground source is called groundwater
Florida has two major aquifers The Biscayne aquifer is beneath south Florida The
Floridan is the larger aquifer covering almost 100000 square miles beneath parts of
Florida Alabama Georgia and South Carolina
How do people get water from the aquifers
There are three main ways people get groundwater from Floridarsquos aquifers
1 Wells ndash Wells are holes that are drilled into the aquifer
2 Spring ndash Springs are natural openings Groundwater reaches
the surface through these openings
3 Surface water ndash Surface water includes rivers lakes streams
and other bodies of water
Moving water slowly wore holes in Floridarsquos limestone
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
How does Floridarsquos growing population affect the water supply
Currently Floridians are depleting water
supplies faster than they can be restored
Water usage is projected to continue to
increase in the future Floridians must
find ways to conserve water
If groundwater levels continue to
decrease environmental problems may
occur Springs and lakes might dry up and
wetlands could disappear Saltwater could
mix with groundwater All of these things
would further reduce the groundwater supply
How can people protect Floridarsquos groundwater
There are a number of things that can be done to help conserve water One way the
state government protects the water supply is by creating state parks Park lands
remain undeveloped conserving the natural environment
Florida also has Water Management Districts that can enforce water restrictions For
example they may limit the hours in which people may water their lawns
Conservation groups also help protect Floridarsquos water These groups work toward
restoring natural habitats In Central Florida the Walt Disney Company purchased 8500
acres of land near the northern end of the Everglades Disney partnered with the State
of Florida and other groups to restore this area to wetlands
Florida residents can also take steps to conserve water People can purchase more
efficient appliances such as air conditioners and washers to save energy Also people can
use rain barrels to capture and store rainwater This rainwater can be used instead of
groundwater to water plants or wash cars Even simple things like turning off the water
while people brush their teeth help to save water
With careful planning Floridians can protect the groundwater
Floridarsquos water supply is affected by both businesses and residents
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Reading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply
Use the article Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply to answer the following questions
1 Which context clue best helps the reader to understand the meaning of ldquoconserverdquo Look back in the text to determine the correct answer
A Florida also has Water Management Districts
B This protects the water supply
C Park lands remain undeveloped
D These groups restore habitats
2 Which of the following explains the main ideas of the text Select the best answer
A Floridians are using up the water supply but steps can be taken to protect the statersquos groundwater
B There are many ways Floridians get groundwater but the water supply is running out
C Florida has large aquifers that are protected by Water Management Districts
D Conservation groups are protecting Floridarsquos groundwater but people also need to help
3 According to the author how can people protect Floridarsquos water A People can buy habitats and restore them
B People can catch rainwater to use for gardening or washing cars
C People can stop using wells
D People can visit state parks
4 What is the authorrsquos purpose for writing this article Select the best choice
A To inform readers of Floridarsquos decreasing water supply
B To explain how to conserve water
C To persuade people to conserve water
D To describe Floridarsquos water sources
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5 What is the purpose of the photograph on the first pageA To prove the authorrsquos opinion
B To help the reader locate information
C To add more information to the text
D To help the reader understand the text
6 According to the article what will be one of the effects of lower groundwater levels
A Fish and other wildlife may die
B The State of Florida will restrict water usage
C Floridians will have to conserve water
D Groundwater may become saltwater
7 Why does the author describe ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
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urce
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When it is time to begin read both the passage(s) and the prompt You are to plan and write an essay about the passage(s) according to the directions in the prompt
You will be scored based on how well you express your ideas Be sure to write clearly and make your writing interesting to the reader
Before you begin writing take time to read the prompts think about what you read and then plan your essay
WRITE ONLY ABOUT THE PROMPT AND PASSAGE(S)
You have __________ minutes to complete this activity
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Floridarsquos Decreasing Water SupplyClose your eyes and picture Florida What do you see Many people picture Floridarsquos
sunny beaches or its plentiful lakes Can you imagine Florida without these water
sources If Floridians donrsquot take steps to protect the water supply one day that might
really happen
Where does Florida get its water
Florida has a thick layer of limestone Limestone is
porous This means its spongy texture absorbs
water As the mountains eroded sand and clay were
deposited on top of the limestone
Over time moving water wore cracks in the limestone
These cracks eventually widened until aquifers
formed Aquifers are large underground areas that
can hold large quantities of water Water that comes
from an underground source is called groundwater
Florida has two major aquifers The Biscayne aquifer is beneath south Florida The
Floridan is the larger aquifer It covers almost 100000 square miles beneath parts of
Florida Alabama Georgia and South Carolina
How do people get water from the aquifers
There are three main ways people get groundwater from Floridarsquos aquifers
1 Wells ndash Wells are holes that are drilled into the aquifer
2 Spring ndash Springs are natural openings Groundwater reaches
the surface through these openings
3 Surface water ndash Surface water includes rivers lakes streams
and other bodies of water
Moving water slowly wore holes in Floridarsquos limestone
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How does Floridarsquos growing population affect the water supply
Currently Floridians are using water
supplies faster than they can be replaced
Water usage is expected to continue to
increase in the future Floridians must
find ways to conserve water
If groundwater levels continue to
decrease environmental problems may
occur Springs and lakes might dry up
Wetlands could disappear Saltwater could
mix with groundwater All of these things
would further reduce the groundwater supply
How can people protect Floridarsquos groundwater
There are a number of things that can be done to help conserve water One way the
state government protects the water supply is by creating state parks Park lands
remain undeveloped conserving the natural environment
Florida also has Water Management Districts that can enforce water restrictions For
example they may limit the hours in which people may water their lawns
Conservation groups also help protect Floridarsquos water These groups work toward
restoring habitats In Central Florida the Walt Disney Company bought 8500 acres of
land It worked with other groups to restore this area to wetlands
Floridians can also take steps to conserve water People can purchase newer appliances
that use less energy Also people can use rain barrels These barrels capture rainwater
This water can be used to water plants or wash cars Even simple things like taking
shorter showers help to save water
With careful planning Floridians can protect the groundwater
Floridarsquos water supply is affected by both businesses and residents
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Floridarsquos Decreasing Water SupplyClose your eyes and picture Florida What do you see Many people picture Floridarsquos
sunny beaches or its bountiful lakes Can you imagine Florida without these water
sources If Floridians donrsquot take steps to protect the water supply one day that might
really happen
Where does Florida get its water
Florida has a thick layer of limestone Limestone is
porous meaning its spongy texture absorbs water
As the mountains eroded sand and clay were
deposited on top of the limestone
Over time moving water wore cracks in the limestone
These cracks eventually widened until aquifers
formed Aquifers are large underground areas that
can hold large quantities of water Water that comes
From an underground source is called groundwater
Florida has two major aquifers The Biscayne aquifer is beneath south Florida The
Floridan is the larger aquifer covering almost 100000 square miles beneath parts of
Florida Alabama Georgia and South Carolina
How do people get water from the aquifers
There are three main ways people get groundwater from Floridarsquos aquifers
1 Wells ndash Wells are holes that are drilled into the aquifer
2 Spring ndash Springs are natural openings Groundwater reaches
the surface through these openings
3 Surface water ndash Surface water includes rivers lakes streams
and other bodies of water
Moving water slowly wore holes in Floridarsquos limestone
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
How does Floridarsquos growing population affect the water supply
Currently Floridians are depleting water
supplies faster than they can be restored
Water usage is projected to continue to
increase in the future Floridians must
find ways to conserve water
If groundwater levels continue to
decrease environmental problems may
occur Springs and lakes might dry up and
wetlands could disappear Saltwater could
mix with groundwater All of these things
would further reduce the groundwater supply
How can people protect Floridarsquos groundwater
There are a number of things that can be done to help conserve water One way the
state government protects the water supply is by creating state parks Park lands
remain undeveloped conserving the natural environment
Florida also has Water Management Districts that can enforce water restrictions For
example they may limit the hours in which people may water their lawns
Conservation groups also help protect Floridarsquos water These groups work toward
restoring natural habitats In Central Florida the Walt Disney Company purchased 8500
acres of land near the northern end of the Everglades Disney partnered with the State
of Florida and other groups to restore this area to wetlands
Florida residents can also take steps to conserve water People can purchase more
efficient appliances such as air conditioners and washers to save energy Also people can
use rain barrels to capture and store rainwater This rainwater can be used instead of
groundwater to water plants or wash cars Even simple things like turning off the water
while people brush their teeth help to save water
With careful planning Floridians can protect the groundwater
Floridarsquos water supply is affected by both businesses and residents
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Reading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply
Use the article Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply to answer the following questions
1 Which context clue best helps the reader to understand the meaning of ldquoconserverdquo Look back in the text to determine the correct answer
A Florida also has Water Management Districts
B This protects the water supply
C Park lands remain undeveloped
D These groups restore habitats
2 Which of the following explains the main ideas of the text Select the best answer
A Floridians are using up the water supply but steps can be taken to protect the statersquos groundwater
B There are many ways Floridians get groundwater but the water supply is running out
C Florida has large aquifers that are protected by Water Management Districts
D Conservation groups are protecting Floridarsquos groundwater but people also need to help
3 According to the author how can people protect Floridarsquos water A People can buy habitats and restore them
B People can catch rainwater to use for gardening or washing cars
C People can stop using wells
D People can visit state parks
4 What is the authorrsquos purpose for writing this article Select the best choice
A To inform readers of Floridarsquos decreasing water supply
B To explain how to conserve water
C To persuade people to conserve water
D To describe Floridarsquos water sources
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5 What is the purpose of the photograph on the first pageA To prove the authorrsquos opinion
B To help the reader locate information
C To add more information to the text
D To help the reader understand the text
6 According to the article what will be one of the effects of lower groundwater levels
A Fish and other wildlife may die
B The State of Florida will restrict water usage
C Floridians will have to conserve water
D Groundwater may become saltwater
7 Why does the author describe ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
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r no
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owle
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e to
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r or
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zatio
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le
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ort
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riter
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se o
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urce
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e co
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uctio
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and
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ct th
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unde
rsta
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Purp
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us
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rgan
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Evid
ence
amp
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orat
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Conv
entio
nsof
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anda
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ish
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Directions
When it is time to begin read both the passage(s) and the prompt You are to plan and write an essay about the passage(s) according to the directions in the prompt
You will be scored based on how well you express your ideas Be sure to write clearly and make your writing interesting to the reader
Before you begin writing take time to read the prompts think about what you read and then plan your essay
WRITE ONLY ABOUT THE PROMPT AND PASSAGE(S)
You have __________ minutes to complete this activity
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt ________________________________________Use this page to record your answers Fill in the circle of the correct answer completely
1
2
3
4
5
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Write your response to the short-response questions on the lines below Be sure to use complete sentences in your response
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How does Floridarsquos growing population affect the water supply
Currently Floridians are using water
supplies faster than they can be replaced
Water usage is expected to continue to
increase in the future Floridians must
find ways to conserve water
If groundwater levels continue to
decrease environmental problems may
occur Springs and lakes might dry up
Wetlands could disappear Saltwater could
mix with groundwater All of these things
would further reduce the groundwater supply
How can people protect Floridarsquos groundwater
There are a number of things that can be done to help conserve water One way the
state government protects the water supply is by creating state parks Park lands
remain undeveloped conserving the natural environment
Florida also has Water Management Districts that can enforce water restrictions For
example they may limit the hours in which people may water their lawns
Conservation groups also help protect Floridarsquos water These groups work toward
restoring habitats In Central Florida the Walt Disney Company bought 8500 acres of
land It worked with other groups to restore this area to wetlands
Floridians can also take steps to conserve water People can purchase newer appliances
that use less energy Also people can use rain barrels These barrels capture rainwater
This water can be used to water plants or wash cars Even simple things like taking
shorter showers help to save water
With careful planning Floridians can protect the groundwater
Floridarsquos water supply is affected by both businesses and residents
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Floridarsquos Decreasing Water SupplyClose your eyes and picture Florida What do you see Many people picture Floridarsquos
sunny beaches or its bountiful lakes Can you imagine Florida without these water
sources If Floridians donrsquot take steps to protect the water supply one day that might
really happen
Where does Florida get its water
Florida has a thick layer of limestone Limestone is
porous meaning its spongy texture absorbs water
As the mountains eroded sand and clay were
deposited on top of the limestone
Over time moving water wore cracks in the limestone
These cracks eventually widened until aquifers
formed Aquifers are large underground areas that
can hold large quantities of water Water that comes
From an underground source is called groundwater
Florida has two major aquifers The Biscayne aquifer is beneath south Florida The
Floridan is the larger aquifer covering almost 100000 square miles beneath parts of
Florida Alabama Georgia and South Carolina
How do people get water from the aquifers
There are three main ways people get groundwater from Floridarsquos aquifers
1 Wells ndash Wells are holes that are drilled into the aquifer
2 Spring ndash Springs are natural openings Groundwater reaches
the surface through these openings
3 Surface water ndash Surface water includes rivers lakes streams
and other bodies of water
Moving water slowly wore holes in Floridarsquos limestone
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
How does Floridarsquos growing population affect the water supply
Currently Floridians are depleting water
supplies faster than they can be restored
Water usage is projected to continue to
increase in the future Floridians must
find ways to conserve water
If groundwater levels continue to
decrease environmental problems may
occur Springs and lakes might dry up and
wetlands could disappear Saltwater could
mix with groundwater All of these things
would further reduce the groundwater supply
How can people protect Floridarsquos groundwater
There are a number of things that can be done to help conserve water One way the
state government protects the water supply is by creating state parks Park lands
remain undeveloped conserving the natural environment
Florida also has Water Management Districts that can enforce water restrictions For
example they may limit the hours in which people may water their lawns
Conservation groups also help protect Floridarsquos water These groups work toward
restoring natural habitats In Central Florida the Walt Disney Company purchased 8500
acres of land near the northern end of the Everglades Disney partnered with the State
of Florida and other groups to restore this area to wetlands
Florida residents can also take steps to conserve water People can purchase more
efficient appliances such as air conditioners and washers to save energy Also people can
use rain barrels to capture and store rainwater This rainwater can be used instead of
groundwater to water plants or wash cars Even simple things like turning off the water
while people brush their teeth help to save water
With careful planning Floridians can protect the groundwater
Floridarsquos water supply is affected by both businesses and residents
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Reading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply
Use the article Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply to answer the following questions
1 Which context clue best helps the reader to understand the meaning of ldquoconserverdquo Look back in the text to determine the correct answer
A Florida also has Water Management Districts
B This protects the water supply
C Park lands remain undeveloped
D These groups restore habitats
2 Which of the following explains the main ideas of the text Select the best answer
A Floridians are using up the water supply but steps can be taken to protect the statersquos groundwater
B There are many ways Floridians get groundwater but the water supply is running out
C Florida has large aquifers that are protected by Water Management Districts
D Conservation groups are protecting Floridarsquos groundwater but people also need to help
3 According to the author how can people protect Floridarsquos water A People can buy habitats and restore them
B People can catch rainwater to use for gardening or washing cars
C People can stop using wells
D People can visit state parks
4 What is the authorrsquos purpose for writing this article Select the best choice
A To inform readers of Floridarsquos decreasing water supply
B To explain how to conserve water
C To persuade people to conserve water
D To describe Floridarsquos water sources
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5 What is the purpose of the photograph on the first pageA To prove the authorrsquos opinion
B To help the reader locate information
C To add more information to the text
D To help the reader understand the text
6 According to the article what will be one of the effects of lower groundwater levels
A Fish and other wildlife may die
B The State of Florida will restrict water usage
C Floridians will have to conserve water
D Groundwater may become saltwater
7 Why does the author describe ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
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alG
rad
e
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se is
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isten
tly fo
cuse
d on
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purp
ose
of th
e pr
ompt
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e w
ritin
g sh
ows a
se
nse
of a
udie
nce
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task
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say
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arly
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nize
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as a
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spon
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clude
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t of t
he fo
llow
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rong
ly m
aint
aine
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pic w
ith lit
tle o
r no
unr
elat
ed in
form
atio
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ul u
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riety
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rans
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lp th
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ader
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tions
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re o
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cal m
anne
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m b
egin
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nd i
nclu
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trodu
ctio
n an
d co
nclu
sion
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aile
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ppor
tev
iden
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r the
writ
errsquos
topi
c th
at in
clud
es th
e ef
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use
of so
urce
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fact
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etai
ls
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resp
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udes
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t of t
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follo
win
g-
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at is
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rong
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ompt
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se o
f tra
nsiti
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me
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begi
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g-
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tly in
tegr
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denc
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gene
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f som
e el
abor
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chni
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ener
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ngua
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ompt
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ay
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ater
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llow
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va
riety
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nnin
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end
inc
ludi
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k in
trodu
ctio
n an
dor
con
clusio
n
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une
ven
supp
ort
evid
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fo
r the
writ
errsquos
topi
c in
clud
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the
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fect
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use
of so
urce
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cts
and
de
tails
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spon
se m
ay in
clud
e th
e fo
llow
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ed e
vide
nce
from
sour
ces
or ir
rele
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petit
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effe
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ay b
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to si
mpl
e co
nstr
uctio
ns
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resp
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s an
adeq
uate
com
man
d of
bas
ic
conv
entio
ns
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resp
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may
incl
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the
follo
win
g-
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e m
inor
err
ors i
n us
age
but n
o pa
tter
ns o
f err
ors
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equa
te u
se o
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ctua
tion
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pita
lizat
ion
sent
ence
form
atio
n
and
spel
ling
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e re
spon
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rela
ted
to th
e to
pic o
f th
e pr
ompt
but
may
show
little
or n
o aw
aren
ess o
f the
pur
pose
aud
ienc
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and
task
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does
not
hav
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stat
ed to
pic
and
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s litt
le o
r no
orga
niza
tion
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spon
se m
ay in
clude
the
follo
win
g-
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nt o
r con
fusin
g to
pic
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any
unre
late
d id
eas t
hat a
ffect
th
e re
ader
rsquos un
ders
tand
ing
-Fe
w o
r no
trans
ition
s-
Too
shor
t to
dem
onst
rate
kn
owle
dge
of th
e to
pic o
r or
gani
zatio
n
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onse
has
litt
le
supp
ort
evid
ence
for t
he w
riter
rsquos
topi
c in
clud
ing
little
if a
ny u
se o
f so
urce
s fa
cts
and
det
ails
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e re
spon
se m
ay in
clud
e th
e fo
llow
ing
-Li
ttle
inc
orre
ct i
rrel
evan
t or
ab
sent
evi
denc
e fr
om so
urce
s-
Expr
essio
n of
idea
s is v
ague
un
clea
r or
conf
usin
g-
Lim
ited
or in
appr
opria
te
lang
uage
or d
omai
n-sp
ecifi
cvo
cabu
lary
-
Sent
ence
stru
ctur
e lim
ited
to
simpl
e co
nstr
uctio
n
The
resp
onse
dem
onst
rate
s a
part
ial c
omm
and
of b
asic
co
nven
tions
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e re
spon
se m
ay
incl
ude
the
follo
win
g-
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us e
rror
s in
usag
e-
Inco
nsist
ent u
se o
f cor
rect
pu
nctu
atio
n c
apita
lizat
ion
se
nten
ce fo
rmat
ion
and
sp
ellin
g
0
The
resp
onse
de
mon
stra
tesa
lack
of
com
man
d of
co
nven
tions
with
fr
eque
nt a
nd se
vere
er
rors
that
affe
ct th
e re
ader
rsquos
unde
rsta
ndin
g
Purp
ose
Foc
us
amp O
rgan
izatio
n
Evid
ence
amp
Elab
orat
ion
Conv
entio
nsof
St
anda
rd
Engl
ish
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ativ
e Ru
bric
Prom
pt T
itle
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Directions
When it is time to begin read both the passage(s) and the prompt You are to plan and write an essay about the passage(s) according to the directions in the prompt
You will be scored based on how well you express your ideas Be sure to write clearly and make your writing interesting to the reader
Before you begin writing take time to read the prompts think about what you read and then plan your essay
WRITE ONLY ABOUT THE PROMPT AND PASSAGE(S)
You have __________ minutes to complete this activity
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Prompt ________________________________________Use this page to record your answers Fill in the circle of the correct answer completely
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Write your response to the short-response questions on the lines below Be sure to use complete sentences in your response
Thank you for your purchaseCopyright copy2014 2018 Amy Mezni LLCPermission is granted to copy pages specifically designed for student or teacher use to the original purchaser or licensee Each page of this document is copyright Amy Mezni LLC You do not have permission to claim any part as your own and you may not share or sell anything based on this document This product may not be copied or distributed outside of the scope of your classroom This resource is NOT an open education resource and therefore may not be shared in part or whole as part of the US department of Educations go open campaign Any resources purchased should not be posted to a public website or shared server A password protected websites for the teacherrsquos personal class is the only allowable electronic postingPosting this resource to the internet without permission is a violation of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act
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Floridarsquos Decreasing Water SupplyClose your eyes and picture Florida What do you see Many people picture Floridarsquos
sunny beaches or its bountiful lakes Can you imagine Florida without these water
sources If Floridians donrsquot take steps to protect the water supply one day that might
really happen
Where does Florida get its water
Florida has a thick layer of limestone Limestone is
porous meaning its spongy texture absorbs water
As the mountains eroded sand and clay were
deposited on top of the limestone
Over time moving water wore cracks in the limestone
These cracks eventually widened until aquifers
formed Aquifers are large underground areas that
can hold large quantities of water Water that comes
From an underground source is called groundwater
Florida has two major aquifers The Biscayne aquifer is beneath south Florida The
Floridan is the larger aquifer covering almost 100000 square miles beneath parts of
Florida Alabama Georgia and South Carolina
How do people get water from the aquifers
There are three main ways people get groundwater from Floridarsquos aquifers
1 Wells ndash Wells are holes that are drilled into the aquifer
2 Spring ndash Springs are natural openings Groundwater reaches
the surface through these openings
3 Surface water ndash Surface water includes rivers lakes streams
and other bodies of water
Moving water slowly wore holes in Floridarsquos limestone
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
How does Floridarsquos growing population affect the water supply
Currently Floridians are depleting water
supplies faster than they can be restored
Water usage is projected to continue to
increase in the future Floridians must
find ways to conserve water
If groundwater levels continue to
decrease environmental problems may
occur Springs and lakes might dry up and
wetlands could disappear Saltwater could
mix with groundwater All of these things
would further reduce the groundwater supply
How can people protect Floridarsquos groundwater
There are a number of things that can be done to help conserve water One way the
state government protects the water supply is by creating state parks Park lands
remain undeveloped conserving the natural environment
Florida also has Water Management Districts that can enforce water restrictions For
example they may limit the hours in which people may water their lawns
Conservation groups also help protect Floridarsquos water These groups work toward
restoring natural habitats In Central Florida the Walt Disney Company purchased 8500
acres of land near the northern end of the Everglades Disney partnered with the State
of Florida and other groups to restore this area to wetlands
Florida residents can also take steps to conserve water People can purchase more
efficient appliances such as air conditioners and washers to save energy Also people can
use rain barrels to capture and store rainwater This rainwater can be used instead of
groundwater to water plants or wash cars Even simple things like turning off the water
while people brush their teeth help to save water
With careful planning Floridians can protect the groundwater
Floridarsquos water supply is affected by both businesses and residents
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Reading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply
Use the article Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply to answer the following questions
1 Which context clue best helps the reader to understand the meaning of ldquoconserverdquo Look back in the text to determine the correct answer
A Florida also has Water Management Districts
B This protects the water supply
C Park lands remain undeveloped
D These groups restore habitats
2 Which of the following explains the main ideas of the text Select the best answer
A Floridians are using up the water supply but steps can be taken to protect the statersquos groundwater
B There are many ways Floridians get groundwater but the water supply is running out
C Florida has large aquifers that are protected by Water Management Districts
D Conservation groups are protecting Floridarsquos groundwater but people also need to help
3 According to the author how can people protect Floridarsquos water A People can buy habitats and restore them
B People can catch rainwater to use for gardening or washing cars
C People can stop using wells
D People can visit state parks
4 What is the authorrsquos purpose for writing this article Select the best choice
A To inform readers of Floridarsquos decreasing water supply
B To explain how to conserve water
C To persuade people to conserve water
D To describe Floridarsquos water sources
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5 What is the purpose of the photograph on the first pageA To prove the authorrsquos opinion
B To help the reader locate information
C To add more information to the text
D To help the reader understand the text
6 According to the article what will be one of the effects of lower groundwater levels
A Fish and other wildlife may die
B The State of Florida will restrict water usage
C Floridians will have to conserve water
D Groundwater may become saltwater
7 Why does the author describe ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
Fin
alG
rad
e
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e re
spon
se is
cons
isten
tly fo
cuse
d on
the
purp
ose
of th
e pr
ompt
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e w
ritin
g sh
ows a
se
nse
of a
udie
nce
and
task
Th
e es
say
is cle
arly
orga
nize
d a
nd h
as a
sens
e of
com
plet
enes
sRe
spon
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clude
s mos
t of t
he fo
llow
ing
-St
rong
ly m
aint
aine
d to
pic w
ith lit
tle o
r no
unr
elat
ed in
form
atio
n-
Skillf
ul u
se o
f a va
riety
of t
rans
ition
s tha
t he
lp th
e re
ader
und
erst
and
the
rela
tions
hip
amon
g id
eas
-Id
eas a
re o
rgan
ized
in a
logi
cal m
anne
r fro
m b
egin
ning
to e
nd i
nclu
ding
a
stro
ng in
trodu
ctio
n an
d co
nclu
sion
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onse
has
det
aile
d an
d co
nvin
cing
su
ppor
tev
iden
ce fo
r the
writ
errsquos
topi
c th
at in
clud
es th
e ef
fect
ive
use
of so
urce
s
fact
s a
nd d
etai
ls
The
resp
onse
incl
udes
mos
t of t
he
follo
win
g-
Rele
vant
evi
denc
e th
at is
pre
sent
ed
smoo
thly
and
thor
ough
ly w
ith
refe
renc
es to
sour
ces
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rong
use
of a
var
iety
of e
labo
rativ
e te
chni
ques
dem
onst
ratin
g a d
eep
unde
rsta
ndin
g of
the
topi
c and
text
-
Clea
r and
effe
ctiv
e ex
pres
sion
of id
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us
ing
spec
ific l
angu
age
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mai
n-sp
ecifi
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cabu
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use
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early
and
app
ropr
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ly fo
r the
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dien
ce a
nd p
urpo
se
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ried
sent
ence
stru
ctur
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spon
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usu
ally
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sed
on th
e pu
rpos
e of
th
e pr
ompt
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e w
ritin
g sh
ows a
som
e se
nse
of
audi
ence
and
task
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has a
stat
ed to
pic
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ess
ay is
org
anize
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nd
has a
sens
e of
com
plet
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spon
se in
clude
s mos
t of t
he fo
llow
ing
-M
aint
aine
d to
pic
alth
ough
som
e un
rela
ted
info
rmat
ion
may
be
pres
ent
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od u
se o
f tra
nsiti
ons w
ith so
me
varie
ty
that
hel
p th
e re
ader
und
erst
and
the
rela
tions
hip
amon
g id
eas
-Id
eas a
re o
rgan
ized
in a
logi
cal m
anne
r fro
m
begi
nnin
g to
end
inc
ludi
ng a
intro
duct
ion
and
conc
lusio
n
Resp
onse
has
ade
quat
e su
ppor
tev
iden
ce
for t
he w
riter
rsquos to
pic t
hat i
nclu
des t
he u
se o
f so
urce
s fa
cts
and
det
ails
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e re
spon
se in
clud
es m
ost o
f the
follo
win
g-
Mos
tly in
tegr
ated
evi
denc
e fr
om
sour
ces
alth
ough
they
may
be
gene
ral
impr
ecise
or i
ncon
siste
nt
-Ad
equa
te u
se o
f som
e el
abor
ativ
e te
chni
ques
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Adeq
uate
exp
ress
ion
of id
eas
usin
g a
mix
of s
peci
fic a
nd g
ener
al la
ngua
ge
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mai
n-sp
ecifi
c vo
cabu
lary
usu
ally
ap
prop
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ly fo
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aud
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e an
d pu
rpos
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e va
riety
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nten
ce s
truc
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2Th
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spon
se is
som
ewha
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used
on
the
purp
ose
of th
e pr
ompt
alth
ough
it m
ay
inclu
de lo
osel
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late
d or
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elat
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ater
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ritin
g m
ay sh
ow a
sens
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aud
ienc
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sk
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s a st
ated
opi
nion
and
the
orga
niza
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of th
e es
say
may
not
mat
ch th
e to
pic
Resp
onse
may
inclu
de th
e fo
llow
ing
-Pa
rtial
ly fo
cuse
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pic
but i
t is u
ncle
ar
or n
ot m
aint
aine
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roug
hout
writ
ing
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cons
isten
t use
of t
rans
ition
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little
va
riety
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Unev
en d
evel
opm
ent o
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as fr
om
begi
nnin
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end
inc
ludi
ng a
wea
k in
trodu
ctio
n an
dor
con
clusio
n
Resp
onse
has
une
ven
supp
ort
evid
ence
fo
r the
writ
errsquos
topi
c in
clud
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the
inef
fect
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use
of so
urce
s fa
cts
and
de
tails
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e re
spon
se m
ay in
clud
e th
e fo
llow
ing
-W
eakl
y us
ed e
vide
nce
from
sour
ces
or ir
rele
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refe
renc
es
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petit
ive
or in
effe
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e of
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abor
ate
tech
niqu
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nspe
cific
or s
impl
istic
exp
ress
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of
idea
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prop
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neffe
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mai
n-sp
ecifi
c voc
abul
ary
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nten
ces m
ay b
e lim
ited
to si
mpl
e co
nstr
uctio
ns
The
resp
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dem
onst
rate
s an
adeq
uate
com
man
d of
bas
ic
conv
entio
ns
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resp
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may
incl
ude
the
follo
win
g-
Som
e m
inor
err
ors i
n us
age
but n
o pa
tter
ns o
f err
ors
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equa
te u
se o
f pun
ctua
tion
ca
pita
lizat
ion
sent
ence
form
atio
n
and
spel
ling
1Th
e re
spon
se is
rela
ted
to th
e to
pic o
f th
e pr
ompt
but
may
show
little
or n
o aw
aren
ess o
f the
pur
pose
aud
ienc
e
and
task
It
does
not
hav
e a
stat
ed to
pic
and
it ha
s litt
le o
r no
orga
niza
tion
Re
spon
se m
ay in
clude
the
follo
win
g-
Abse
nt o
r con
fusin
g to
pic
-M
any
unre
late
d id
eas t
hat a
ffect
th
e re
ader
rsquos un
ders
tand
ing
-Fe
w o
r no
trans
ition
s-
Too
shor
t to
dem
onst
rate
kn
owle
dge
of th
e to
pic o
r or
gani
zatio
n
Resp
onse
has
litt
le
supp
ort
evid
ence
for t
he w
riter
rsquos
topi
c in
clud
ing
little
if a
ny u
se o
f so
urce
s fa
cts
and
det
ails
Th
e re
spon
se m
ay in
clud
e th
e fo
llow
ing
-Li
ttle
inc
orre
ct i
rrel
evan
t or
ab
sent
evi
denc
e fr
om so
urce
s-
Expr
essio
n of
idea
s is v
ague
un
clea
r or
conf
usin
g-
Lim
ited
or in
appr
opria
te
lang
uage
or d
omai
n-sp
ecifi
cvo
cabu
lary
-
Sent
ence
stru
ctur
e lim
ited
to
simpl
e co
nstr
uctio
n
The
resp
onse
dem
onst
rate
s a
part
ial c
omm
and
of b
asic
co
nven
tions
Th
e re
spon
se m
ay
incl
ude
the
follo
win
g-
Vario
us e
rror
s in
usag
e-
Inco
nsist
ent u
se o
f cor
rect
pu
nctu
atio
n c
apita
lizat
ion
se
nten
ce fo
rmat
ion
and
sp
ellin
g
0
The
resp
onse
de
mon
stra
tesa
lack
of
com
man
d of
co
nven
tions
with
fr
eque
nt a
nd se
vere
er
rors
that
affe
ct th
e re
ader
rsquos
unde
rsta
ndin
g
Purp
ose
Foc
us
amp O
rgan
izatio
n
Evid
ence
amp
Elab
orat
ion
Conv
entio
nsof
St
anda
rd
Engl
ish
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pt T
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When it is time to begin read both the passage(s) and the prompt You are to plan and write an essay about the passage(s) according to the directions in the prompt
You will be scored based on how well you express your ideas Be sure to write clearly and make your writing interesting to the reader
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WRITE ONLY ABOUT THE PROMPT AND PASSAGE(S)
You have __________ minutes to complete this activity
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Floridarsquos Decreasing Water SupplyClose your eyes and picture Florida What do you see Many people picture Floridarsquos
sunny beaches or its bountiful lakes Can you imagine Florida without these water
sources If Floridians donrsquot take steps to protect the water supply one day that might
really happen
Where does Florida get its water
Florida has a thick layer of limestone Limestone is
porous meaning its spongy texture absorbs water
As the mountains eroded sand and clay were
deposited on top of the limestone
Over time moving water wore cracks in the limestone
These cracks eventually widened until aquifers
formed Aquifers are large underground areas that
can hold large quantities of water Water that comes
From an underground source is called groundwater
Florida has two major aquifers The Biscayne aquifer is beneath south Florida The
Floridan is the larger aquifer covering almost 100000 square miles beneath parts of
Florida Alabama Georgia and South Carolina
How do people get water from the aquifers
There are three main ways people get groundwater from Floridarsquos aquifers
1 Wells ndash Wells are holes that are drilled into the aquifer
2 Spring ndash Springs are natural openings Groundwater reaches
the surface through these openings
3 Surface water ndash Surface water includes rivers lakes streams
and other bodies of water
Moving water slowly wore holes in Floridarsquos limestone
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
How does Floridarsquos growing population affect the water supply
Currently Floridians are depleting water
supplies faster than they can be restored
Water usage is projected to continue to
increase in the future Floridians must
find ways to conserve water
If groundwater levels continue to
decrease environmental problems may
occur Springs and lakes might dry up and
wetlands could disappear Saltwater could
mix with groundwater All of these things
would further reduce the groundwater supply
How can people protect Floridarsquos groundwater
There are a number of things that can be done to help conserve water One way the
state government protects the water supply is by creating state parks Park lands
remain undeveloped conserving the natural environment
Florida also has Water Management Districts that can enforce water restrictions For
example they may limit the hours in which people may water their lawns
Conservation groups also help protect Floridarsquos water These groups work toward
restoring natural habitats In Central Florida the Walt Disney Company purchased 8500
acres of land near the northern end of the Everglades Disney partnered with the State
of Florida and other groups to restore this area to wetlands
Florida residents can also take steps to conserve water People can purchase more
efficient appliances such as air conditioners and washers to save energy Also people can
use rain barrels to capture and store rainwater This rainwater can be used instead of
groundwater to water plants or wash cars Even simple things like turning off the water
while people brush their teeth help to save water
With careful planning Floridians can protect the groundwater
Floridarsquos water supply is affected by both businesses and residents
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Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply
Use the article Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply to answer the following questions
1 Which context clue best helps the reader to understand the meaning of ldquoconserverdquo Look back in the text to determine the correct answer
A Florida also has Water Management Districts
B This protects the water supply
C Park lands remain undeveloped
D These groups restore habitats
2 Which of the following explains the main ideas of the text Select the best answer
A Floridians are using up the water supply but steps can be taken to protect the statersquos groundwater
B There are many ways Floridians get groundwater but the water supply is running out
C Florida has large aquifers that are protected by Water Management Districts
D Conservation groups are protecting Floridarsquos groundwater but people also need to help
3 According to the author how can people protect Floridarsquos water A People can buy habitats and restore them
B People can catch rainwater to use for gardening or washing cars
C People can stop using wells
D People can visit state parks
4 What is the authorrsquos purpose for writing this article Select the best choice
A To inform readers of Floridarsquos decreasing water supply
B To explain how to conserve water
C To persuade people to conserve water
D To describe Floridarsquos water sources
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5 What is the purpose of the photograph on the first pageA To prove the authorrsquos opinion
B To help the reader locate information
C To add more information to the text
D To help the reader understand the text
6 According to the article what will be one of the effects of lower groundwater levels
A Fish and other wildlife may die
B The State of Florida will restrict water usage
C Floridians will have to conserve water
D Groundwater may become saltwater
7 Why does the author describe ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
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onst
ratin
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eep
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When it is time to begin read both the passage(s) and the prompt You are to plan and write an essay about the passage(s) according to the directions in the prompt
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Floridarsquos Decreasing Water SupplyClose your eyes and picture Florida What do you see Many people picture Floridarsquos
sunny beaches or its bountiful lakes Can you imagine Florida without these water
sources If Floridians donrsquot take steps to protect the water supply one day that might
really happen
Where does Florida get its water
Florida has a thick layer of limestone Limestone is
porous meaning its spongy texture absorbs water
As the mountains eroded sand and clay were
deposited on top of the limestone
Over time moving water wore cracks in the limestone
These cracks eventually widened until aquifers
formed Aquifers are large underground areas that
can hold large quantities of water Water that comes
From an underground source is called groundwater
Florida has two major aquifers The Biscayne aquifer is beneath south Florida The
Floridan is the larger aquifer covering almost 100000 square miles beneath parts of
Florida Alabama Georgia and South Carolina
How do people get water from the aquifers
There are three main ways people get groundwater from Floridarsquos aquifers
1 Wells ndash Wells are holes that are drilled into the aquifer
2 Spring ndash Springs are natural openings Groundwater reaches
the surface through these openings
3 Surface water ndash Surface water includes rivers lakes streams
and other bodies of water
Moving water slowly wore holes in Floridarsquos limestone
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How does Floridarsquos growing population affect the water supply
Currently Floridians are depleting water
supplies faster than they can be restored
Water usage is projected to continue to
increase in the future Floridians must
find ways to conserve water
If groundwater levels continue to
decrease environmental problems may
occur Springs and lakes might dry up and
wetlands could disappear Saltwater could
mix with groundwater All of these things
would further reduce the groundwater supply
How can people protect Floridarsquos groundwater
There are a number of things that can be done to help conserve water One way the
state government protects the water supply is by creating state parks Park lands
remain undeveloped conserving the natural environment
Florida also has Water Management Districts that can enforce water restrictions For
example they may limit the hours in which people may water their lawns
Conservation groups also help protect Floridarsquos water These groups work toward
restoring natural habitats In Central Florida the Walt Disney Company purchased 8500
acres of land near the northern end of the Everglades Disney partnered with the State
of Florida and other groups to restore this area to wetlands
Florida residents can also take steps to conserve water People can purchase more
efficient appliances such as air conditioners and washers to save energy Also people can
use rain barrels to capture and store rainwater This rainwater can be used instead of
groundwater to water plants or wash cars Even simple things like turning off the water
while people brush their teeth help to save water
With careful planning Floridians can protect the groundwater
Floridarsquos water supply is affected by both businesses and residents
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Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply
Use the article Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply to answer the following questions
1 Which context clue best helps the reader to understand the meaning of ldquoconserverdquo Look back in the text to determine the correct answer
A Florida also has Water Management Districts
B This protects the water supply
C Park lands remain undeveloped
D These groups restore habitats
2 Which of the following explains the main ideas of the text Select the best answer
A Floridians are using up the water supply but steps can be taken to protect the statersquos groundwater
B There are many ways Floridians get groundwater but the water supply is running out
C Florida has large aquifers that are protected by Water Management Districts
D Conservation groups are protecting Floridarsquos groundwater but people also need to help
3 According to the author how can people protect Floridarsquos water A People can buy habitats and restore them
B People can catch rainwater to use for gardening or washing cars
C People can stop using wells
D People can visit state parks
4 What is the authorrsquos purpose for writing this article Select the best choice
A To inform readers of Floridarsquos decreasing water supply
B To explain how to conserve water
C To persuade people to conserve water
D To describe Floridarsquos water sources
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5 What is the purpose of the photograph on the first pageA To prove the authorrsquos opinion
B To help the reader locate information
C To add more information to the text
D To help the reader understand the text
6 According to the article what will be one of the effects of lower groundwater levels
A Fish and other wildlife may die
B The State of Florida will restrict water usage
C Floridians will have to conserve water
D Groundwater may become saltwater
7 Why does the author describe ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
Fin
alG
rad
e
4Th
e re
spon
se is
cons
isten
tly fo
cuse
d on
the
purp
ose
of th
e pr
ompt
Th
e w
ritin
g sh
ows a
se
nse
of a
udie
nce
and
task
Th
e es
say
is cle
arly
orga
nize
d a
nd h
as a
sens
e of
com
plet
enes
sRe
spon
se in
clude
s mos
t of t
he fo
llow
ing
-St
rong
ly m
aint
aine
d to
pic w
ith lit
tle o
r no
unr
elat
ed in
form
atio
n-
Skillf
ul u
se o
f a va
riety
of t
rans
ition
s tha
t he
lp th
e re
ader
und
erst
and
the
rela
tions
hip
amon
g id
eas
-Id
eas a
re o
rgan
ized
in a
logi
cal m
anne
r fro
m b
egin
ning
to e
nd i
nclu
ding
a
stro
ng in
trodu
ctio
n an
d co
nclu
sion
Resp
onse
has
det
aile
d an
d co
nvin
cing
su
ppor
tev
iden
ce fo
r the
writ
errsquos
topi
c th
at in
clud
es th
e ef
fect
ive
use
of so
urce
s
fact
s a
nd d
etai
ls
The
resp
onse
incl
udes
mos
t of t
he
follo
win
g-
Rele
vant
evi
denc
e th
at is
pre
sent
ed
smoo
thly
and
thor
ough
ly w
ith
refe
renc
es to
sour
ces
-St
rong
use
of a
var
iety
of e
labo
rativ
e te
chni
ques
dem
onst
ratin
g a d
eep
unde
rsta
ndin
g of
the
topi
c and
text
-
Clea
r and
effe
ctiv
e ex
pres
sion
of id
eas
us
ing
spec
ific l
angu
age
-Do
mai
n-sp
ecifi
c vo
cabu
lary
use
d cl
early
and
app
ropr
iate
ly fo
r the
au
dien
ce a
nd p
urpo
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spon
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se o
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Floridarsquos Decreasing Water SupplyClose your eyes and picture Florida What do you see Many people picture Floridarsquos
sunny beaches or its bountiful lakes Can you imagine Florida without these water
sources If Floridians donrsquot take steps to protect the water supply one day that might
really happen
Where does Florida get its water
Florida has a thick layer of limestone Limestone is
porous meaning its spongy texture absorbs water
As the mountains eroded sand and clay were
deposited on top of the limestone
Over time moving water wore cracks in the limestone
These cracks eventually widened until aquifers
formed Aquifers are large underground areas that
can hold large quantities of water Water that comes
From an underground source is called groundwater
Florida has two major aquifers The Biscayne aquifer is beneath south Florida The
Floridan is the larger aquifer covering almost 100000 square miles beneath parts of
Florida Alabama Georgia and South Carolina
How do people get water from the aquifers
There are three main ways people get groundwater from Floridarsquos aquifers
1 Wells ndash Wells are holes that are drilled into the aquifer
2 Spring ndash Springs are natural openings Groundwater reaches
the surface through these openings
3 Surface water ndash Surface water includes rivers lakes streams
and other bodies of water
Moving water slowly wore holes in Floridarsquos limestone
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How does Floridarsquos growing population affect the water supply
Currently Floridians are depleting water
supplies faster than they can be restored
Water usage is projected to continue to
increase in the future Floridians must
find ways to conserve water
If groundwater levels continue to
decrease environmental problems may
occur Springs and lakes might dry up and
wetlands could disappear Saltwater could
mix with groundwater All of these things
would further reduce the groundwater supply
How can people protect Floridarsquos groundwater
There are a number of things that can be done to help conserve water One way the
state government protects the water supply is by creating state parks Park lands
remain undeveloped conserving the natural environment
Florida also has Water Management Districts that can enforce water restrictions For
example they may limit the hours in which people may water their lawns
Conservation groups also help protect Floridarsquos water These groups work toward
restoring natural habitats In Central Florida the Walt Disney Company purchased 8500
acres of land near the northern end of the Everglades Disney partnered with the State
of Florida and other groups to restore this area to wetlands
Florida residents can also take steps to conserve water People can purchase more
efficient appliances such as air conditioners and washers to save energy Also people can
use rain barrels to capture and store rainwater This rainwater can be used instead of
groundwater to water plants or wash cars Even simple things like turning off the water
while people brush their teeth help to save water
With careful planning Floridians can protect the groundwater
Floridarsquos water supply is affected by both businesses and residents
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Reading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply
Use the article Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply to answer the following questions
1 Which context clue best helps the reader to understand the meaning of ldquoconserverdquo Look back in the text to determine the correct answer
A Florida also has Water Management Districts
B This protects the water supply
C Park lands remain undeveloped
D These groups restore habitats
2 Which of the following explains the main ideas of the text Select the best answer
A Floridians are using up the water supply but steps can be taken to protect the statersquos groundwater
B There are many ways Floridians get groundwater but the water supply is running out
C Florida has large aquifers that are protected by Water Management Districts
D Conservation groups are protecting Floridarsquos groundwater but people also need to help
3 According to the author how can people protect Floridarsquos water A People can buy habitats and restore them
B People can catch rainwater to use for gardening or washing cars
C People can stop using wells
D People can visit state parks
4 What is the authorrsquos purpose for writing this article Select the best choice
A To inform readers of Floridarsquos decreasing water supply
B To explain how to conserve water
C To persuade people to conserve water
D To describe Floridarsquos water sources
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5 What is the purpose of the photograph on the first pageA To prove the authorrsquos opinion
B To help the reader locate information
C To add more information to the text
D To help the reader understand the text
6 According to the article what will be one of the effects of lower groundwater levels
A Fish and other wildlife may die
B The State of Florida will restrict water usage
C Floridians will have to conserve water
D Groundwater may become saltwater
7 Why does the author describe ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
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rad
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spon
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tly fo
cuse
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ompt
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e w
ritin
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ows a
se
nse
of a
udie
nce
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arly
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as a
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clude
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t of t
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llow
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rong
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aine
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tle o
r no
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elat
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form
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ul u
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f a va
riety
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rans
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t he
lp th
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re o
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m b
egin
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nd i
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trodu
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sion
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topi
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at in
clud
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udes
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g-
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at is
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sent
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thly
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rong
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iety
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onst
ratin
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ctiv
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mai
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early
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ropr
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ly fo
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sed
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ompt
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clude
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nsiti
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me
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p th
e re
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re o
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m
begi
nnin
g to
end
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and
conc
lusio
n
Resp
onse
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ade
quat
e su
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tev
iden
ce
for t
he w
riter
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hat i
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spon
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ost o
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tly in
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ral
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How does Floridarsquos growing population affect the water supply
Currently Floridians are depleting water
supplies faster than they can be restored
Water usage is projected to continue to
increase in the future Floridians must
find ways to conserve water
If groundwater levels continue to
decrease environmental problems may
occur Springs and lakes might dry up and
wetlands could disappear Saltwater could
mix with groundwater All of these things
would further reduce the groundwater supply
How can people protect Floridarsquos groundwater
There are a number of things that can be done to help conserve water One way the
state government protects the water supply is by creating state parks Park lands
remain undeveloped conserving the natural environment
Florida also has Water Management Districts that can enforce water restrictions For
example they may limit the hours in which people may water their lawns
Conservation groups also help protect Floridarsquos water These groups work toward
restoring natural habitats In Central Florida the Walt Disney Company purchased 8500
acres of land near the northern end of the Everglades Disney partnered with the State
of Florida and other groups to restore this area to wetlands
Florida residents can also take steps to conserve water People can purchase more
efficient appliances such as air conditioners and washers to save energy Also people can
use rain barrels to capture and store rainwater This rainwater can be used instead of
groundwater to water plants or wash cars Even simple things like turning off the water
while people brush their teeth help to save water
With careful planning Floridians can protect the groundwater
Floridarsquos water supply is affected by both businesses and residents
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Reading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply
Use the article Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply to answer the following questions
1 Which context clue best helps the reader to understand the meaning of ldquoconserverdquo Look back in the text to determine the correct answer
A Florida also has Water Management Districts
B This protects the water supply
C Park lands remain undeveloped
D These groups restore habitats
2 Which of the following explains the main ideas of the text Select the best answer
A Floridians are using up the water supply but steps can be taken to protect the statersquos groundwater
B There are many ways Floridians get groundwater but the water supply is running out
C Florida has large aquifers that are protected by Water Management Districts
D Conservation groups are protecting Floridarsquos groundwater but people also need to help
3 According to the author how can people protect Floridarsquos water A People can buy habitats and restore them
B People can catch rainwater to use for gardening or washing cars
C People can stop using wells
D People can visit state parks
4 What is the authorrsquos purpose for writing this article Select the best choice
A To inform readers of Floridarsquos decreasing water supply
B To explain how to conserve water
C To persuade people to conserve water
D To describe Floridarsquos water sources
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5 What is the purpose of the photograph on the first pageA To prove the authorrsquos opinion
B To help the reader locate information
C To add more information to the text
D To help the reader understand the text
6 According to the article what will be one of the effects of lower groundwater levels
A Fish and other wildlife may die
B The State of Florida will restrict water usage
C Floridians will have to conserve water
D Groundwater may become saltwater
7 Why does the author describe ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
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The
resp
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Purp
ose
Foc
us
amp O
rgan
izatio
n
Evid
ence
amp
Elab
orat
ion
Conv
entio
nsof
St
anda
rd
Engl
ish
copy20
16 A
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Mez
ni
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_
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Directions
When it is time to begin read both the passage(s) and the prompt You are to plan and write an essay about the passage(s) according to the directions in the prompt
You will be scored based on how well you express your ideas Be sure to write clearly and make your writing interesting to the reader
Before you begin writing take time to read the prompts think about what you read and then plan your essay
WRITE ONLY ABOUT THE PROMPT AND PASSAGE(S)
You have __________ minutes to complete this activity
copy2016 Amy Mezni 34
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt ________________________________________Use this page to record your answers Fill in the circle of the correct answer completely
1
2
3
4
5
6
Write your response to the short-response questions on the lines below Be sure to use complete sentences in your response
Thank you for your purchaseCopyright copy2014 2018 Amy Mezni LLCPermission is granted to copy pages specifically designed for student or teacher use to the original purchaser or licensee Each page of this document is copyright Amy Mezni LLC You do not have permission to claim any part as your own and you may not share or sell anything based on this document This product may not be copied or distributed outside of the scope of your classroom This resource is NOT an open education resource and therefore may not be shared in part or whole as part of the US department of Educations go open campaign Any resources purchased should not be posted to a public website or shared server A password protected websites for the teacherrsquos personal class is the only allowable electronic postingPosting this resource to the internet without permission is a violation of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act
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Tactile Studio
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Water Supply in Florida
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply
Use the article Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply to answer the following questions
1 Which context clue best helps the reader to understand the meaning of ldquoconserverdquo Look back in the text to determine the correct answer
A Florida also has Water Management Districts
B This protects the water supply
C Park lands remain undeveloped
D These groups restore habitats
2 Which of the following explains the main ideas of the text Select the best answer
A Floridians are using up the water supply but steps can be taken to protect the statersquos groundwater
B There are many ways Floridians get groundwater but the water supply is running out
C Florida has large aquifers that are protected by Water Management Districts
D Conservation groups are protecting Floridarsquos groundwater but people also need to help
3 According to the author how can people protect Floridarsquos water A People can buy habitats and restore them
B People can catch rainwater to use for gardening or washing cars
C People can stop using wells
D People can visit state parks
4 What is the authorrsquos purpose for writing this article Select the best choice
A To inform readers of Floridarsquos decreasing water supply
B To explain how to conserve water
C To persuade people to conserve water
D To describe Floridarsquos water sources
copy2016 Amy Mezni 27
copy2016 Amy Mezni 28
5 What is the purpose of the photograph on the first pageA To prove the authorrsquos opinion
B To help the reader locate information
C To add more information to the text
D To help the reader understand the text
6 According to the article what will be one of the effects of lower groundwater levels
A Fish and other wildlife may die
B The State of Florida will restrict water usage
C Floridians will have to conserve water
D Groundwater may become saltwater
7 Why does the author describe ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
copy2016 Amy Mezni 29
Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
copy2016 Amy Mezni 30
copy2016 Amy Mezni
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
Fin
alG
rad
e
4Th
e re
spon
se is
cons
isten
tly fo
cuse
d on
the
purp
ose
of th
e pr
ompt
Th
e w
ritin
g sh
ows a
se
nse
of a
udie
nce
and
task
Th
e es
say
is cle
arly
orga
nize
d a
nd h
as a
sens
e of
com
plet
enes
sRe
spon
se in
clude
s mos
t of t
he fo
llow
ing
-St
rong
ly m
aint
aine
d to
pic w
ith lit
tle o
r no
unr
elat
ed in
form
atio
n-
Skillf
ul u
se o
f a va
riety
of t
rans
ition
s tha
t he
lp th
e re
ader
und
erst
and
the
rela
tions
hip
amon
g id
eas
-Id
eas a
re o
rgan
ized
in a
logi
cal m
anne
r fro
m b
egin
ning
to e
nd i
nclu
ding
a
stro
ng in
trodu
ctio
n an
d co
nclu
sion
Resp
onse
has
det
aile
d an
d co
nvin
cing
su
ppor
tev
iden
ce fo
r the
writ
errsquos
topi
c th
at in
clud
es th
e ef
fect
ive
use
of so
urce
s
fact
s a
nd d
etai
ls
The
resp
onse
incl
udes
mos
t of t
he
follo
win
g-
Rele
vant
evi
denc
e th
at is
pre
sent
ed
smoo
thly
and
thor
ough
ly w
ith
refe
renc
es to
sour
ces
-St
rong
use
of a
var
iety
of e
labo
rativ
e te
chni
ques
dem
onst
ratin
g a d
eep
unde
rsta
ndin
g of
the
topi
c and
text
-
Clea
r and
effe
ctiv
e ex
pres
sion
of id
eas
us
ing
spec
ific l
angu
age
-Do
mai
n-sp
ecifi
c vo
cabu
lary
use
d cl
early
and
app
ropr
iate
ly fo
r the
au
dien
ce a
nd p
urpo
se
-Va
ried
sent
ence
stru
ctur
e
3Th
e re
spon
se is
usu
ally
focu
sed
on th
e pu
rpos
e of
th
e pr
ompt
Th
e w
ritin
g sh
ows a
som
e se
nse
of
audi
ence
and
task
It
has a
stat
ed to
pic
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ess
ay is
org
anize
d a
nd
has a
sens
e of
com
plet
enes
sRe
spon
se in
clude
s mos
t of t
he fo
llow
ing
-M
aint
aine
d to
pic
alth
ough
som
e un
rela
ted
info
rmat
ion
may
be
pres
ent
-Go
od u
se o
f tra
nsiti
ons w
ith so
me
varie
ty
that
hel
p th
e re
ader
und
erst
and
the
rela
tions
hip
amon
g id
eas
-Id
eas a
re o
rgan
ized
in a
logi
cal m
anne
r fro
m
begi
nnin
g to
end
inc
ludi
ng a
intro
duct
ion
and
conc
lusio
n
Resp
onse
has
ade
quat
e su
ppor
tev
iden
ce
for t
he w
riter
rsquos to
pic t
hat i
nclu
des t
he u
se o
f so
urce
s fa
cts
and
det
ails
Th
e re
spon
se in
clud
es m
ost o
f the
follo
win
g-
Mos
tly in
tegr
ated
evi
denc
e fr
om
sour
ces
alth
ough
they
may
be
gene
ral
impr
ecise
or i
ncon
siste
nt
-Ad
equa
te u
se o
f som
e el
abor
ativ
e te
chni
ques
-
Adeq
uate
exp
ress
ion
of id
eas
usin
g a
mix
of s
peci
fic a
nd g
ener
al la
ngua
ge
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mai
n-sp
ecifi
c vo
cabu
lary
usu
ally
ap
prop
riate
ly fo
r the
aud
ienc
e an
d pu
rpos
e-
Som
e va
riety
in se
nten
ce s
truc
ture
2Th
e re
spon
se is
som
ewha
t foc
used
on
the
purp
ose
of th
e pr
ompt
alth
ough
it m
ay
inclu
de lo
osel
y re
late
d or
unr
elat
ed m
ater
ial
Th
e w
ritin
g m
ay sh
ow a
sens
e of
aud
ienc
e an
d ta
sk
It ha
s a st
ated
opi
nion
and
the
orga
niza
tion
of th
e es
say
may
not
mat
ch th
e to
pic
Resp
onse
may
inclu
de th
e fo
llow
ing
-Pa
rtial
ly fo
cuse
d to
pic
but i
t is u
ncle
ar
or n
ot m
aint
aine
d th
roug
hout
writ
ing
-In
cons
isten
t use
of t
rans
ition
s with
little
va
riety
-
Unev
en d
evel
opm
ent o
f ide
as fr
om
begi
nnin
g to
end
inc
ludi
ng a
wea
k in
trodu
ctio
n an
dor
con
clusio
n
Resp
onse
has
une
ven
supp
ort
evid
ence
fo
r the
writ
errsquos
topi
c in
clud
ing
the
inef
fect
ive
use
of so
urce
s fa
cts
and
de
tails
Th
e re
spon
se m
ay in
clud
e th
e fo
llow
ing
-W
eakl
y us
ed e
vide
nce
from
sour
ces
or ir
rele
vant
refe
renc
es
-Re
petit
ive
or in
effe
ctiv
e us
e of
el
abor
ate
tech
niqu
es
-U
nspe
cific
or s
impl
istic
exp
ress
ion
of
idea
s-
Inap
prop
riate
or i
neffe
ctiv
e do
mai
n-sp
ecifi
c voc
abul
ary
-Se
nten
ces m
ay b
e lim
ited
to si
mpl
e co
nstr
uctio
ns
The
resp
onse
dem
onst
rate
s an
adeq
uate
com
man
d of
bas
ic
conv
entio
ns
The
resp
onse
may
incl
ude
the
follo
win
g-
Som
e m
inor
err
ors i
n us
age
but n
o pa
tter
ns o
f err
ors
-Ad
equa
te u
se o
f pun
ctua
tion
ca
pita
lizat
ion
sent
ence
form
atio
n
and
spel
ling
1Th
e re
spon
se is
rela
ted
to th
e to
pic o
f th
e pr
ompt
but
may
show
little
or n
o aw
aren
ess o
f the
pur
pose
aud
ienc
e
and
task
It
does
not
hav
e a
stat
ed to
pic
and
it ha
s litt
le o
r no
orga
niza
tion
Re
spon
se m
ay in
clude
the
follo
win
g-
Abse
nt o
r con
fusin
g to
pic
-M
any
unre
late
d id
eas t
hat a
ffect
th
e re
ader
rsquos un
ders
tand
ing
-Fe
w o
r no
trans
ition
s-
Too
shor
t to
dem
onst
rate
kn
owle
dge
of th
e to
pic o
r or
gani
zatio
n
Resp
onse
has
litt
le
supp
ort
evid
ence
for t
he w
riter
rsquos
topi
c in
clud
ing
little
if a
ny u
se o
f so
urce
s fa
cts
and
det
ails
Th
e re
spon
se m
ay in
clud
e th
e fo
llow
ing
-Li
ttle
inc
orre
ct i
rrel
evan
t or
ab
sent
evi
denc
e fr
om so
urce
s-
Expr
essio
n of
idea
s is v
ague
un
clea
r or
conf
usin
g-
Lim
ited
or in
appr
opria
te
lang
uage
or d
omai
n-sp
ecifi
cvo
cabu
lary
-
Sent
ence
stru
ctur
e lim
ited
to
simpl
e co
nstr
uctio
n
The
resp
onse
dem
onst
rate
s a
part
ial c
omm
and
of b
asic
co
nven
tions
Th
e re
spon
se m
ay
incl
ude
the
follo
win
g-
Vario
us e
rror
s in
usag
e-
Inco
nsist
ent u
se o
f cor
rect
pu
nctu
atio
n c
apita
lizat
ion
se
nten
ce fo
rmat
ion
and
sp
ellin
g
0
The
resp
onse
de
mon
stra
tesa
lack
of
com
man
d of
co
nven
tions
with
fr
eque
nt a
nd se
vere
er
rors
that
affe
ct th
e re
ader
rsquos
unde
rsta
ndin
g
Purp
ose
Foc
us
amp O
rgan
izatio
n
Evid
ence
amp
Elab
orat
ion
Conv
entio
nsof
St
anda
rd
Engl
ish
copy20
16 A
my
Mez
ni
32
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e _
____
____
____
____
___
Date
___
____
____
____
_In
form
ativ
e Ru
bric
Prom
pt T
itle
_
____
____
____
____
____
____
____
_
copy2016 Amy Mezni 33
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Directions
When it is time to begin read both the passage(s) and the prompt You are to plan and write an essay about the passage(s) according to the directions in the prompt
You will be scored based on how well you express your ideas Be sure to write clearly and make your writing interesting to the reader
Before you begin writing take time to read the prompts think about what you read and then plan your essay
WRITE ONLY ABOUT THE PROMPT AND PASSAGE(S)
You have __________ minutes to complete this activity
copy2016 Amy Mezni 34
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt ________________________________________Use this page to record your answers Fill in the circle of the correct answer completely
1
2
3
4
5
6
Write your response to the short-response questions on the lines below Be sure to use complete sentences in your response
Thank you for your purchaseCopyright copy2014 2018 Amy Mezni LLCPermission is granted to copy pages specifically designed for student or teacher use to the original purchaser or licensee Each page of this document is copyright Amy Mezni LLC You do not have permission to claim any part as your own and you may not share or sell anything based on this document This product may not be copied or distributed outside of the scope of your classroom This resource is NOT an open education resource and therefore may not be shared in part or whole as part of the US department of Educations go open campaign Any resources purchased should not be posted to a public website or shared server A password protected websites for the teacherrsquos personal class is the only allowable electronic postingPosting this resource to the internet without permission is a violation of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act
Connect with Me
TPT
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Thank you to the
artists
See My TPT Store For More Paired Passages Resources
Lawrence CrucianaDollar Photo ClubGaumenfreudeungDollar Photo ClubQuasarPhotosDollar Photo ClubAnaDollar Photo Club
Tactile Studio
Slide Number 1
Slide Number 2
Slide Number 3
Slide Number 4
Slide Number 5
Slide Number 6
Slide Number 7
Slide Number 8
Slide Number 9
Slide Number 10
Slide Number 11
Slide Number 12
Slide Number 13
Slide Number 14
Slide Number 15
Slide Number 16
Slide Number 17
Slide Number 18
Slide Number 19
Slide Number 20
Slide Number 21
Slide Number 22
Slide Number 23
Slide Number 24
Slide Number 25
Slide Number 26
Slide Number 27
Slide Number 28
Slide Number 29
Slide Number 30
Slide Number 31
Slide Number 32
Slide Number 33
Slide Number 34
Slide Number 35
Slide Number 36
Agriculture
40
Public Supply
38
Recreational
6
Commerce
6
Power Generation
10
Agriculture
Public Supply
Recreational
Commerce
Power Generation
Sheet1
Sheet1
Water Supply in Florida
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply
Use the article Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply to answer the following questions
1 Which context clue best helps the reader to understand the meaning of ldquoconserverdquo Look back in the text to determine the correct answer
A Florida also has Water Management Districts
B This protects the water supply
C Park lands remain undeveloped
D These groups restore habitats
2 Which of the following explains the main ideas of the text Select the best answer
A Floridians are using up the water supply but steps can be taken to protect the statersquos groundwater
B There are many ways Floridians get groundwater but the water supply is running out
C Florida has large aquifers that are protected by Water Management Districts
D Conservation groups are protecting Floridarsquos groundwater but people also need to help
3 According to the author how can people protect Floridarsquos water A People can buy habitats and restore them
B People can catch rainwater to use for gardening or washing cars
C People can stop using wells
D People can visit state parks
4 What is the authorrsquos purpose for writing this article Select the best choice
A To inform readers of Floridarsquos decreasing water supply
B To explain how to conserve water
C To persuade people to conserve water
D To describe Floridarsquos water sources
copy2016 Amy Mezni 27
copy2016 Amy Mezni 28
5 What is the purpose of the photograph on the first pageA To prove the authorrsquos opinion
B To help the reader locate information
C To add more information to the text
D To help the reader understand the text
6 According to the article what will be one of the effects of lower groundwater levels
A Fish and other wildlife may die
B The State of Florida will restrict water usage
C Floridians will have to conserve water
D Groundwater may become saltwater
7 Why does the author describe ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
copy2016 Amy Mezni 29
Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
copy2016 Amy Mezni 30
copy2016 Amy Mezni
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
Fin
alG
rad
e
4Th
e re
spon
se is
cons
isten
tly fo
cuse
d on
the
purp
ose
of th
e pr
ompt
Th
e w
ritin
g sh
ows a
se
nse
of a
udie
nce
and
task
Th
e es
say
is cle
arly
orga
nize
d a
nd h
as a
sens
e of
com
plet
enes
sRe
spon
se in
clude
s mos
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Water Supply in Florida
Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply
Use the article Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply to answer the following questions
1 Which context clue best helps the reader to understand the meaning of ldquoconserverdquo Look back in the text to determine the correct answer
A Florida also has Water Management Districts
B This protects the water supply
C Park lands remain undeveloped
D These groups restore habitats
2 Which of the following explains the main ideas of the text Select the best answer
A Floridians are using up the water supply but steps can be taken to protect the statersquos groundwater
B There are many ways Floridians get groundwater but the water supply is running out
C Florida has large aquifers that are protected by Water Management Districts
D Conservation groups are protecting Floridarsquos groundwater but people also need to help
3 According to the author how can people protect Floridarsquos water A People can buy habitats and restore them
B People can catch rainwater to use for gardening or washing cars
C People can stop using wells
D People can visit state parks
4 What is the authorrsquos purpose for writing this article Select the best choice
A To inform readers of Floridarsquos decreasing water supply
B To explain how to conserve water
C To persuade people to conserve water
D To describe Floridarsquos water sources
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5 What is the purpose of the photograph on the first pageA To prove the authorrsquos opinion
B To help the reader locate information
C To add more information to the text
D To help the reader understand the text
6 According to the article what will be one of the effects of lower groundwater levels
A Fish and other wildlife may die
B The State of Florida will restrict water usage
C Floridians will have to conserve water
D Groundwater may become saltwater
7 Why does the author describe ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
Fin
alG
rad
e
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e re
spon
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isten
tly fo
cuse
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ompt
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ritin
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ows a
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nse
of a
udie
nce
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arly
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nize
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nd h
as a
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plet
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clude
s mos
t of t
he fo
llow
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rong
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aine
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pic w
ith lit
tle o
r no
unr
elat
ed in
form
atio
n-
Skillf
ul u
se o
f a va
riety
of t
rans
ition
s tha
t he
lp th
e re
ader
und
erst
and
the
rela
tions
hip
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g id
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-Id
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re o
rgan
ized
in a
logi
cal m
anne
r fro
m b
egin
ning
to e
nd i
nclu
ding
a
stro
ng in
trodu
ctio
n an
d co
nclu
sion
Resp
onse
has
det
aile
d an
d co
nvin
cing
su
ppor
tev
iden
ce fo
r the
writ
errsquos
topi
c th
at in
clud
es th
e ef
fect
ive
use
of so
urce
s
fact
s a
nd d
etai
ls
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resp
onse
incl
udes
mos
t of t
he
follo
win
g-
Rele
vant
evi
denc
e th
at is
pre
sent
ed
smoo
thly
and
thor
ough
ly w
ith
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renc
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sour
ces
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rong
use
of a
var
iety
of e
labo
rativ
e te
chni
ques
dem
onst
ratin
g a d
eep
unde
rsta
ndin
g of
the
topi
c and
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-
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r and
effe
ctiv
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of id
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ific l
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n-sp
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early
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ropr
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ly fo
r the
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dien
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urpo
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ried
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ence
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3Th
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ally
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rpos
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ompt
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ritin
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clude
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aint
aine
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e un
rela
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rmat
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-Go
od u
se o
f tra
nsiti
ons w
ith so
me
varie
ty
that
hel
p th
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g id
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re o
rgan
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nnin
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end
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ng a
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conc
lusio
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Resp
onse
has
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quat
e su
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tev
iden
ce
for t
he w
riter
rsquos to
pic t
hat i
nclu
des t
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urce
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es m
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g-
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tly in
tegr
ated
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denc
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ral
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ch th
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t is u
ncle
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clusio
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urce
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spon
se m
ay in
clud
e th
e fo
llow
ing
-W
eakl
y us
ed e
vide
nce
from
sour
ces
or ir
rele
vant
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renc
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petit
ive
or in
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ctiv
e us
e of
el
abor
ate
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niqu
es
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nspe
cific
or s
impl
istic
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ress
ion
of
idea
s-
Inap
prop
riate
or i
neffe
ctiv
e do
mai
n-sp
ecifi
c voc
abul
ary
-Se
nten
ces m
ay b
e lim
ited
to si
mpl
e co
nstr
uctio
ns
The
resp
onse
dem
onst
rate
s an
adeq
uate
com
man
d of
bas
ic
conv
entio
ns
The
resp
onse
may
incl
ude
the
follo
win
g-
Som
e m
inor
err
ors i
n us
age
but n
o pa
tter
ns o
f err
ors
-Ad
equa
te u
se o
f pun
ctua
tion
ca
pita
lizat
ion
sent
ence
form
atio
n
and
spel
ling
1Th
e re
spon
se is
rela
ted
to th
e to
pic o
f th
e pr
ompt
but
may
show
little
or n
o aw
aren
ess o
f the
pur
pose
aud
ienc
e
and
task
It
does
not
hav
e a
stat
ed to
pic
and
it ha
s litt
le o
r no
orga
niza
tion
Re
spon
se m
ay in
clude
the
follo
win
g-
Abse
nt o
r con
fusin
g to
pic
-M
any
unre
late
d id
eas t
hat a
ffect
th
e re
ader
rsquos un
ders
tand
ing
-Fe
w o
r no
trans
ition
s-
Too
shor
t to
dem
onst
rate
kn
owle
dge
of th
e to
pic o
r or
gani
zatio
n
Resp
onse
has
litt
le
supp
ort
evid
ence
for t
he w
riter
rsquos
topi
c in
clud
ing
little
if a
ny u
se o
f so
urce
s fa
cts
and
det
ails
Th
e re
spon
se m
ay in
clud
e th
e fo
llow
ing
-Li
ttle
inc
orre
ct i
rrel
evan
t or
ab
sent
evi
denc
e fr
om so
urce
s-
Expr
essio
n of
idea
s is v
ague
un
clea
r or
conf
usin
g-
Lim
ited
or in
appr
opria
te
lang
uage
or d
omai
n-sp
ecifi
cvo
cabu
lary
-
Sent
ence
stru
ctur
e lim
ited
to
simpl
e co
nstr
uctio
n
The
resp
onse
dem
onst
rate
s a
part
ial c
omm
and
of b
asic
co
nven
tions
Th
e re
spon
se m
ay
incl
ude
the
follo
win
g-
Vario
us e
rror
s in
usag
e-
Inco
nsist
ent u
se o
f cor
rect
pu
nctu
atio
n c
apita
lizat
ion
se
nten
ce fo
rmat
ion
and
sp
ellin
g
0
The
resp
onse
de
mon
stra
tesa
lack
of
com
man
d of
co
nven
tions
with
fr
eque
nt a
nd se
vere
er
rors
that
affe
ct th
e re
ader
rsquos
unde
rsta
ndin
g
Purp
ose
Foc
us
amp O
rgan
izatio
n
Evid
ence
amp
Elab
orat
ion
Conv
entio
nsof
St
anda
rd
Engl
ish
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my
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ni
32
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e _
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___
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form
ativ
e Ru
bric
Prom
pt T
itle
_
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Directions
When it is time to begin read both the passage(s) and the prompt You are to plan and write an essay about the passage(s) according to the directions in the prompt
You will be scored based on how well you express your ideas Be sure to write clearly and make your writing interesting to the reader
Before you begin writing take time to read the prompts think about what you read and then plan your essay
WRITE ONLY ABOUT THE PROMPT AND PASSAGE(S)
You have __________ minutes to complete this activity
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt ________________________________________Use this page to record your answers Fill in the circle of the correct answer completely
1
2
3
4
5
6
Write your response to the short-response questions on the lines below Be sure to use complete sentences in your response
Thank you for your purchaseCopyright copy2014 2018 Amy Mezni LLCPermission is granted to copy pages specifically designed for student or teacher use to the original purchaser or licensee Each page of this document is copyright Amy Mezni LLC You do not have permission to claim any part as your own and you may not share or sell anything based on this document This product may not be copied or distributed outside of the scope of your classroom This resource is NOT an open education resource and therefore may not be shared in part or whole as part of the US department of Educations go open campaign Any resources purchased should not be posted to a public website or shared server A password protected websites for the teacherrsquos personal class is the only allowable electronic postingPosting this resource to the internet without permission is a violation of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act
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Name _________________Date _________________
Reading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply
Use the article Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply to answer the following questions
1 Which context clue best helps the reader to understand the meaning of ldquoconserverdquo Look back in the text to determine the correct answer
A Florida also has Water Management Districts
B This protects the water supply
C Park lands remain undeveloped
D These groups restore habitats
2 Which of the following explains the main ideas of the text Select the best answer
A Floridians are using up the water supply but steps can be taken to protect the statersquos groundwater
B There are many ways Floridians get groundwater but the water supply is running out
C Florida has large aquifers that are protected by Water Management Districts
D Conservation groups are protecting Floridarsquos groundwater but people also need to help
3 According to the author how can people protect Floridarsquos water A People can buy habitats and restore them
B People can catch rainwater to use for gardening or washing cars
C People can stop using wells
D People can visit state parks
4 What is the authorrsquos purpose for writing this article Select the best choice
A To inform readers of Floridarsquos decreasing water supply
B To explain how to conserve water
C To persuade people to conserve water
D To describe Floridarsquos water sources
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5 What is the purpose of the photograph on the first pageA To prove the authorrsquos opinion
B To help the reader locate information
C To add more information to the text
D To help the reader understand the text
6 According to the article what will be one of the effects of lower groundwater levels
A Fish and other wildlife may die
B The State of Florida will restrict water usage
C Floridians will have to conserve water
D Groundwater may become saltwater
7 Why does the author describe ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
Fin
alG
rad
e
4Th
e re
spon
se is
cons
isten
tly fo
cuse
d on
the
purp
ose
of th
e pr
ompt
Th
e w
ritin
g sh
ows a
se
nse
of a
udie
nce
and
task
Th
e es
say
is cle
arly
orga
nize
d a
nd h
as a
sens
e of
com
plet
enes
sRe
spon
se in
clude
s mos
t of t
he fo
llow
ing
-St
rong
ly m
aint
aine
d to
pic w
ith lit
tle o
r no
unr
elat
ed in
form
atio
n-
Skillf
ul u
se o
f a va
riety
of t
rans
ition
s tha
t he
lp th
e re
ader
und
erst
and
the
rela
tions
hip
amon
g id
eas
-Id
eas a
re o
rgan
ized
in a
logi
cal m
anne
r fro
m b
egin
ning
to e
nd i
nclu
ding
a
stro
ng in
trodu
ctio
n an
d co
nclu
sion
Resp
onse
has
det
aile
d an
d co
nvin
cing
su
ppor
tev
iden
ce fo
r the
writ
errsquos
topi
c th
at in
clud
es th
e ef
fect
ive
use
of so
urce
s
fact
s a
nd d
etai
ls
The
resp
onse
incl
udes
mos
t of t
he
follo
win
g-
Rele
vant
evi
denc
e th
at is
pre
sent
ed
smoo
thly
and
thor
ough
ly w
ith
refe
renc
es to
sour
ces
-St
rong
use
of a
var
iety
of e
labo
rativ
e te
chni
ques
dem
onst
ratin
g a d
eep
unde
rsta
ndin
g of
the
topi
c and
text
-
Clea
r and
effe
ctiv
e ex
pres
sion
of id
eas
us
ing
spec
ific l
angu
age
-Do
mai
n-sp
ecifi
c vo
cabu
lary
use
d cl
early
and
app
ropr
iate
ly fo
r the
au
dien
ce a
nd p
urpo
se
-Va
ried
sent
ence
stru
ctur
e
3Th
e re
spon
se is
usu
ally
focu
sed
on th
e pu
rpos
e of
th
e pr
ompt
Th
e w
ritin
g sh
ows a
som
e se
nse
of
audi
ence
and
task
It
has a
stat
ed to
pic
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ess
ay is
org
anize
d a
nd
has a
sens
e of
com
plet
enes
sRe
spon
se in
clude
s mos
t of t
he fo
llow
ing
-M
aint
aine
d to
pic
alth
ough
som
e un
rela
ted
info
rmat
ion
may
be
pres
ent
-Go
od u
se o
f tra
nsiti
ons w
ith so
me
varie
ty
that
hel
p th
e re
ader
und
erst
and
the
rela
tions
hip
amon
g id
eas
-Id
eas a
re o
rgan
ized
in a
logi
cal m
anne
r fro
m
begi
nnin
g to
end
inc
ludi
ng a
intro
duct
ion
and
conc
lusio
n
Resp
onse
has
ade
quat
e su
ppor
tev
iden
ce
for t
he w
riter
rsquos to
pic t
hat i
nclu
des t
he u
se o
f so
urce
s fa
cts
and
det
ails
Th
e re
spon
se in
clud
es m
ost o
f the
follo
win
g-
Mos
tly in
tegr
ated
evi
denc
e fr
om
sour
ces
alth
ough
they
may
be
gene
ral
impr
ecise
or i
ncon
siste
nt
-Ad
equa
te u
se o
f som
e el
abor
ativ
e te
chni
ques
-
Adeq
uate
exp
ress
ion
of id
eas
usin
g a
mix
of s
peci
fic a
nd g
ener
al la
ngua
ge
-Do
mai
n-sp
ecifi
c vo
cabu
lary
usu
ally
ap
prop
riate
ly fo
r the
aud
ienc
e an
d pu
rpos
e-
Som
e va
riety
in se
nten
ce s
truc
ture
2Th
e re
spon
se is
som
ewha
t foc
used
on
the
purp
ose
of th
e pr
ompt
alth
ough
it m
ay
inclu
de lo
osel
y re
late
d or
unr
elat
ed m
ater
ial
Th
e w
ritin
g m
ay sh
ow a
sens
e of
aud
ienc
e an
d ta
sk
It ha
s a st
ated
opi
nion
and
the
orga
niza
tion
of th
e es
say
may
not
mat
ch th
e to
pic
Resp
onse
may
inclu
de th
e fo
llow
ing
-Pa
rtial
ly fo
cuse
d to
pic
but i
t is u
ncle
ar
or n
ot m
aint
aine
d th
roug
hout
writ
ing
-In
cons
isten
t use
of t
rans
ition
s with
little
va
riety
-
Unev
en d
evel
opm
ent o
f ide
as fr
om
begi
nnin
g to
end
inc
ludi
ng a
wea
k in
trodu
ctio
n an
dor
con
clusio
n
Resp
onse
has
une
ven
supp
ort
evid
ence
fo
r the
writ
errsquos
topi
c in
clud
ing
the
inef
fect
ive
use
of so
urce
s fa
cts
and
de
tails
Th
e re
spon
se m
ay in
clud
e th
e fo
llow
ing
-W
eakl
y us
ed e
vide
nce
from
sour
ces
or ir
rele
vant
refe
renc
es
-Re
petit
ive
or in
effe
ctiv
e us
e of
el
abor
ate
tech
niqu
es
-U
nspe
cific
or s
impl
istic
exp
ress
ion
of
idea
s-
Inap
prop
riate
or i
neffe
ctiv
e do
mai
n-sp
ecifi
c voc
abul
ary
-Se
nten
ces m
ay b
e lim
ited
to si
mpl
e co
nstr
uctio
ns
The
resp
onse
dem
onst
rate
s an
adeq
uate
com
man
d of
bas
ic
conv
entio
ns
The
resp
onse
may
incl
ude
the
follo
win
g-
Som
e m
inor
err
ors i
n us
age
but n
o pa
tter
ns o
f err
ors
-Ad
equa
te u
se o
f pun
ctua
tion
ca
pita
lizat
ion
sent
ence
form
atio
n
and
spel
ling
1Th
e re
spon
se is
rela
ted
to th
e to
pic o
f th
e pr
ompt
but
may
show
little
or n
o aw
aren
ess o
f the
pur
pose
aud
ienc
e
and
task
It
does
not
hav
e a
stat
ed to
pic
and
it ha
s litt
le o
r no
orga
niza
tion
Re
spon
se m
ay in
clude
the
follo
win
g-
Abse
nt o
r con
fusin
g to
pic
-M
any
unre
late
d id
eas t
hat a
ffect
th
e re
ader
rsquos un
ders
tand
ing
-Fe
w o
r no
trans
ition
s-
Too
shor
t to
dem
onst
rate
kn
owle
dge
of th
e to
pic o
r or
gani
zatio
n
Resp
onse
has
litt
le
supp
ort
evid
ence
for t
he w
riter
rsquos
topi
c in
clud
ing
little
if a
ny u
se o
f so
urce
s fa
cts
and
det
ails
Th
e re
spon
se m
ay in
clud
e th
e fo
llow
ing
-Li
ttle
inc
orre
ct i
rrel
evan
t or
ab
sent
evi
denc
e fr
om so
urce
s-
Expr
essio
n of
idea
s is v
ague
un
clea
r or
conf
usin
g-
Lim
ited
or in
appr
opria
te
lang
uage
or d
omai
n-sp
ecifi
cvo
cabu
lary
-
Sent
ence
stru
ctur
e lim
ited
to
simpl
e co
nstr
uctio
n
The
resp
onse
dem
onst
rate
s a
part
ial c
omm
and
of b
asic
co
nven
tions
Th
e re
spon
se m
ay
incl
ude
the
follo
win
g-
Vario
us e
rror
s in
usag
e-
Inco
nsist
ent u
se o
f cor
rect
pu
nctu
atio
n c
apita
lizat
ion
se
nten
ce fo
rmat
ion
and
sp
ellin
g
0
The
resp
onse
de
mon
stra
tesa
lack
of
com
man
d of
co
nven
tions
with
fr
eque
nt a
nd se
vere
er
rors
that
affe
ct th
e re
ader
rsquos
unde
rsta
ndin
g
Purp
ose
Foc
us
amp O
rgan
izatio
n
Evid
ence
amp
Elab
orat
ion
Conv
entio
nsof
St
anda
rd
Engl
ish
copy20
16 A
my
Mez
ni
32
Nam
e _
____
____
____
____
___
Date
___
____
____
____
_In
form
ativ
e Ru
bric
Prom
pt T
itle
_
____
____
____
____
____
____
____
_
copy2016 Amy Mezni 33
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Directions
When it is time to begin read both the passage(s) and the prompt You are to plan and write an essay about the passage(s) according to the directions in the prompt
You will be scored based on how well you express your ideas Be sure to write clearly and make your writing interesting to the reader
Before you begin writing take time to read the prompts think about what you read and then plan your essay
WRITE ONLY ABOUT THE PROMPT AND PASSAGE(S)
You have __________ minutes to complete this activity
copy2016 Amy Mezni 34
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt ________________________________________Use this page to record your answers Fill in the circle of the correct answer completely
1
2
3
4
5
6
Write your response to the short-response questions on the lines below Be sure to use complete sentences in your response
Thank you for your purchaseCopyright copy2014 2018 Amy Mezni LLCPermission is granted to copy pages specifically designed for student or teacher use to the original purchaser or licensee Each page of this document is copyright Amy Mezni LLC You do not have permission to claim any part as your own and you may not share or sell anything based on this document This product may not be copied or distributed outside of the scope of your classroom This resource is NOT an open education resource and therefore may not be shared in part or whole as part of the US department of Educations go open campaign Any resources purchased should not be posted to a public website or shared server A password protected websites for the teacherrsquos personal class is the only allowable electronic postingPosting this resource to the internet without permission is a violation of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act
Connect with Me
TPT
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Thank you to the
artists
See My TPT Store For More Paired Passages Resources
Lawrence CrucianaDollar Photo ClubGaumenfreudeungDollar Photo ClubQuasarPhotosDollar Photo ClubAnaDollar Photo Club
Tactile Studio
Slide Number 1
Slide Number 2
Slide Number 3
Slide Number 4
Slide Number 5
Slide Number 6
Slide Number 7
Slide Number 8
Slide Number 9
Slide Number 10
Slide Number 11
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5 What is the purpose of the photograph on the first pageA To prove the authorrsquos opinion
B To help the reader locate information
C To add more information to the text
D To help the reader understand the text
6 According to the article what will be one of the effects of lower groundwater levels
A Fish and other wildlife may die
B The State of Florida will restrict water usage
C Floridians will have to conserve water
D Groundwater may become saltwater
7 Why does the author describe ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in
Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
copy2016 Amy Mezni 29
Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
copy2016 Amy Mezni 30
copy2016 Amy Mezni
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
Fin
alG
rad
e
4Th
e re
spon
se is
cons
isten
tly fo
cuse
d on
the
purp
ose
of th
e pr
ompt
Th
e w
ritin
g sh
ows a
se
nse
of a
udie
nce
and
task
Th
e es
say
is cle
arly
orga
nize
d a
nd h
as a
sens
e of
com
plet
enes
sRe
spon
se in
clude
s mos
t of t
he fo
llow
ing
-St
rong
ly m
aint
aine
d to
pic w
ith lit
tle o
r no
unr
elat
ed in
form
atio
n-
Skillf
ul u
se o
f a va
riety
of t
rans
ition
s tha
t he
lp th
e re
ader
und
erst
and
the
rela
tions
hip
amon
g id
eas
-Id
eas a
re o
rgan
ized
in a
logi
cal m
anne
r fro
m b
egin
ning
to e
nd i
nclu
ding
a
stro
ng in
trodu
ctio
n an
d co
nclu
sion
Resp
onse
has
det
aile
d an
d co
nvin
cing
su
ppor
tev
iden
ce fo
r the
writ
errsquos
topi
c th
at in
clud
es th
e ef
fect
ive
use
of so
urce
s
fact
s a
nd d
etai
ls
The
resp
onse
incl
udes
mos
t of t
he
follo
win
g-
Rele
vant
evi
denc
e th
at is
pre
sent
ed
smoo
thly
and
thor
ough
ly w
ith
refe
renc
es to
sour
ces
-St
rong
use
of a
var
iety
of e
labo
rativ
e te
chni
ques
dem
onst
ratin
g a d
eep
unde
rsta
ndin
g of
the
topi
c and
text
-
Clea
r and
effe
ctiv
e ex
pres
sion
of id
eas
us
ing
spec
ific l
angu
age
-Do
mai
n-sp
ecifi
c vo
cabu
lary
use
d cl
early
and
app
ropr
iate
ly fo
r the
au
dien
ce a
nd p
urpo
se
-Va
ried
sent
ence
stru
ctur
e
3Th
e re
spon
se is
usu
ally
focu
sed
on th
e pu
rpos
e of
th
e pr
ompt
Th
e w
ritin
g sh
ows a
som
e se
nse
of
audi
ence
and
task
It
has a
stat
ed to
pic
The
ess
ay is
org
anize
d a
nd
has a
sens
e of
com
plet
enes
sRe
spon
se in
clude
s mos
t of t
he fo
llow
ing
-M
aint
aine
d to
pic
alth
ough
som
e un
rela
ted
info
rmat
ion
may
be
pres
ent
-Go
od u
se o
f tra
nsiti
ons w
ith so
me
varie
ty
that
hel
p th
e re
ader
und
erst
and
the
rela
tions
hip
amon
g id
eas
-Id
eas a
re o
rgan
ized
in a
logi
cal m
anne
r fro
m
begi
nnin
g to
end
inc
ludi
ng a
intro
duct
ion
and
conc
lusio
n
Resp
onse
has
ade
quat
e su
ppor
tev
iden
ce
for t
he w
riter
rsquos to
pic t
hat i
nclu
des t
he u
se o
f so
urce
s fa
cts
and
det
ails
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e re
spon
se in
clud
es m
ost o
f the
follo
win
g-
Mos
tly in
tegr
ated
evi
denc
e fr
om
sour
ces
alth
ough
they
may
be
gene
ral
impr
ecise
or i
ncon
siste
nt
-Ad
equa
te u
se o
f som
e el
abor
ativ
e te
chni
ques
-
Adeq
uate
exp
ress
ion
of id
eas
usin
g a
mix
of s
peci
fic a
nd g
ener
al la
ngua
ge
-Do
mai
n-sp
ecifi
c vo
cabu
lary
usu
ally
ap
prop
riate
ly fo
r the
aud
ienc
e an
d pu
rpos
e-
Som
e va
riety
in se
nten
ce s
truc
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2Th
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spon
se is
som
ewha
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used
on
the
purp
ose
of th
e pr
ompt
alth
ough
it m
ay
inclu
de lo
osel
y re
late
d or
unr
elat
ed m
ater
ial
Th
e w
ritin
g m
ay sh
ow a
sens
e of
aud
ienc
e an
d ta
sk
It ha
s a st
ated
opi
nion
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the
orga
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e es
say
may
not
mat
ch th
e to
pic
Resp
onse
may
inclu
de th
e fo
llow
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-Pa
rtial
ly fo
cuse
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pic
but i
t is u
ncle
ar
or n
ot m
aint
aine
d th
roug
hout
writ
ing
-In
cons
isten
t use
of t
rans
ition
s with
little
va
riety
-
Unev
en d
evel
opm
ent o
f ide
as fr
om
begi
nnin
g to
end
inc
ludi
ng a
wea
k in
trodu
ctio
n an
dor
con
clusio
n
Resp
onse
has
une
ven
supp
ort
evid
ence
fo
r the
writ
errsquos
topi
c in
clud
ing
the
inef
fect
ive
use
of so
urce
s fa
cts
and
de
tails
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e re
spon
se m
ay in
clud
e th
e fo
llow
ing
-W
eakl
y us
ed e
vide
nce
from
sour
ces
or ir
rele
vant
refe
renc
es
-Re
petit
ive
or in
effe
ctiv
e us
e of
el
abor
ate
tech
niqu
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nspe
cific
or s
impl
istic
exp
ress
ion
of
idea
s-
Inap
prop
riate
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neffe
ctiv
e do
mai
n-sp
ecifi
c voc
abul
ary
-Se
nten
ces m
ay b
e lim
ited
to si
mpl
e co
nstr
uctio
ns
The
resp
onse
dem
onst
rate
s an
adeq
uate
com
man
d of
bas
ic
conv
entio
ns
The
resp
onse
may
incl
ude
the
follo
win
g-
Som
e m
inor
err
ors i
n us
age
but n
o pa
tter
ns o
f err
ors
-Ad
equa
te u
se o
f pun
ctua
tion
ca
pita
lizat
ion
sent
ence
form
atio
n
and
spel
ling
1Th
e re
spon
se is
rela
ted
to th
e to
pic o
f th
e pr
ompt
but
may
show
little
or n
o aw
aren
ess o
f the
pur
pose
aud
ienc
e
and
task
It
does
not
hav
e a
stat
ed to
pic
and
it ha
s litt
le o
r no
orga
niza
tion
Re
spon
se m
ay in
clude
the
follo
win
g-
Abse
nt o
r con
fusin
g to
pic
-M
any
unre
late
d id
eas t
hat a
ffect
th
e re
ader
rsquos un
ders
tand
ing
-Fe
w o
r no
trans
ition
s-
Too
shor
t to
dem
onst
rate
kn
owle
dge
of th
e to
pic o
r or
gani
zatio
n
Resp
onse
has
litt
le
supp
ort
evid
ence
for t
he w
riter
rsquos
topi
c in
clud
ing
little
if a
ny u
se o
f so
urce
s fa
cts
and
det
ails
Th
e re
spon
se m
ay in
clud
e th
e fo
llow
ing
-Li
ttle
inc
orre
ct i
rrel
evan
t or
ab
sent
evi
denc
e fr
om so
urce
s-
Expr
essio
n of
idea
s is v
ague
un
clea
r or
conf
usin
g-
Lim
ited
or in
appr
opria
te
lang
uage
or d
omai
n-sp
ecifi
cvo
cabu
lary
-
Sent
ence
stru
ctur
e lim
ited
to
simpl
e co
nstr
uctio
n
The
resp
onse
dem
onst
rate
s a
part
ial c
omm
and
of b
asic
co
nven
tions
Th
e re
spon
se m
ay
incl
ude
the
follo
win
g-
Vario
us e
rror
s in
usag
e-
Inco
nsist
ent u
se o
f cor
rect
pu
nctu
atio
n c
apita
lizat
ion
se
nten
ce fo
rmat
ion
and
sp
ellin
g
0
The
resp
onse
de
mon
stra
tesa
lack
of
com
man
d of
co
nven
tions
with
fr
eque
nt a
nd se
vere
er
rors
that
affe
ct th
e re
ader
rsquos
unde
rsta
ndin
g
Purp
ose
Foc
us
amp O
rgan
izatio
n
Evid
ence
amp
Elab
orat
ion
Conv
entio
nsof
St
anda
rd
Engl
ish
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ni
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e _
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ativ
e Ru
bric
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pt T
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When it is time to begin read both the passage(s) and the prompt You are to plan and write an essay about the passage(s) according to the directions in the prompt
You will be scored based on how well you express your ideas Be sure to write clearly and make your writing interesting to the reader
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension The Everglades An Endangered Habitat1 A2 C3 B4 D5 A6 C7 The caption on the airboat pictures adds more information to the Restoration section8 Accept reasonable answers that 1 name a specific piece of evidence and 2 explain how the
evidence could be made stronger
Reading Comprehension Ecotourism Everyone Wins1 B2 D3 A4 C5 A6 D7 The text levels are slightly different but text evidence that would fit this question include
bull ldquoEcotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsrdquobull lsquoEcotourism encourages hotels to ldquogo greenrdquorsquo
8 In Ecotourism Everyone Wins people protect the environment through ecotourism and conserving resources (positive)
bull Ecotourism protects many sites in Floridabull Ecotourism helps raise money to conserve these habitatsbull Green Lodging hotels must be energy efficient and conserve resources
In The Everglades An Endangered Habitat peoplersquos actions damaged the environment (negative) Current activities include trying to restore habitats (positive)
bull During the 20th century developers drained the waters in order to use the land for building and agriculture
bull People cut down the forests to use as wood bull Mangroves were cut down to give homes ocean views bull In addition animal species were overhunted upsetting the animal populations in
the ecosystembull Land near the park continues to be developed to support the population growth
Pollution from these developed areas affects the Everglades bull For example fertilizer from farms washes into the water supply This pollution
causes mercury to build up which poisons the wildlifebull On the west coast people desalinatesup1 the waterbull In other areas levees canals and pumping stations are used to direct water to
cities ndash instead of flowing into the Everglades bull Water is being removed faster than it can be restoredbull Students may infer that non-native species are released into the Evergladesbull Manmade wetlands are being created to captured contaminated water before it
reaches the Everglades bull Many canals are being destroyed
Students may contrast the two articles or they may compare them They only have a small writing space but it is possible for students to both compare and contrast in their response
copy2016 Amy Mezni 29
Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
copy2016 Amy Mezni 30
copy2016 Amy Mezni
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
Fin
alG
rad
e
4Th
e re
spon
se is
cons
isten
tly fo
cuse
d on
the
purp
ose
of th
e pr
ompt
Th
e w
ritin
g sh
ows a
se
nse
of a
udie
nce
and
task
Th
e es
say
is cle
arly
orga
nize
d a
nd h
as a
sens
e of
com
plet
enes
sRe
spon
se in
clude
s mos
t of t
he fo
llow
ing
-St
rong
ly m
aint
aine
d to
pic w
ith lit
tle o
r no
unr
elat
ed in
form
atio
n-
Skillf
ul u
se o
f a va
riety
of t
rans
ition
s tha
t he
lp th
e re
ader
und
erst
and
the
rela
tions
hip
amon
g id
eas
-Id
eas a
re o
rgan
ized
in a
logi
cal m
anne
r fro
m b
egin
ning
to e
nd i
nclu
ding
a
stro
ng in
trodu
ctio
n an
d co
nclu
sion
Resp
onse
has
det
aile
d an
d co
nvin
cing
su
ppor
tev
iden
ce fo
r the
writ
errsquos
topi
c th
at in
clud
es th
e ef
fect
ive
use
of so
urce
s
fact
s a
nd d
etai
ls
The
resp
onse
incl
udes
mos
t of t
he
follo
win
g-
Rele
vant
evi
denc
e th
at is
pre
sent
ed
smoo
thly
and
thor
ough
ly w
ith
refe
renc
es to
sour
ces
-St
rong
use
of a
var
iety
of e
labo
rativ
e te
chni
ques
dem
onst
ratin
g a d
eep
unde
rsta
ndin
g of
the
topi
c and
text
-
Clea
r and
effe
ctiv
e ex
pres
sion
of id
eas
us
ing
spec
ific l
angu
age
-Do
mai
n-sp
ecifi
c vo
cabu
lary
use
d cl
early
and
app
ropr
iate
ly fo
r the
au
dien
ce a
nd p
urpo
se
-Va
ried
sent
ence
stru
ctur
e
3Th
e re
spon
se is
usu
ally
focu
sed
on th
e pu
rpos
e of
th
e pr
ompt
Th
e w
ritin
g sh
ows a
som
e se
nse
of
audi
ence
and
task
It
has a
stat
ed to
pic
The
ess
ay is
org
anize
d a
nd
has a
sens
e of
com
plet
enes
sRe
spon
se in
clude
s mos
t of t
he fo
llow
ing
-M
aint
aine
d to
pic
alth
ough
som
e un
rela
ted
info
rmat
ion
may
be
pres
ent
-Go
od u
se o
f tra
nsiti
ons w
ith so
me
varie
ty
that
hel
p th
e re
ader
und
erst
and
the
rela
tions
hip
amon
g id
eas
-Id
eas a
re o
rgan
ized
in a
logi
cal m
anne
r fro
m
begi
nnin
g to
end
inc
ludi
ng a
intro
duct
ion
and
conc
lusio
n
Resp
onse
has
ade
quat
e su
ppor
tev
iden
ce
for t
he w
riter
rsquos to
pic t
hat i
nclu
des t
he u
se o
f so
urce
s fa
cts
and
det
ails
Th
e re
spon
se in
clud
es m
ost o
f the
follo
win
g-
Mos
tly in
tegr
ated
evi
denc
e fr
om
sour
ces
alth
ough
they
may
be
gene
ral
impr
ecise
or i
ncon
siste
nt
-Ad
equa
te u
se o
f som
e el
abor
ativ
e te
chni
ques
-
Adeq
uate
exp
ress
ion
of id
eas
usin
g a
mix
of s
peci
fic a
nd g
ener
al la
ngua
ge
-Do
mai
n-sp
ecifi
c vo
cabu
lary
usu
ally
ap
prop
riate
ly fo
r the
aud
ienc
e an
d pu
rpos
e-
Som
e va
riety
in se
nten
ce s
truc
ture
2Th
e re
spon
se is
som
ewha
t foc
used
on
the
purp
ose
of th
e pr
ompt
alth
ough
it m
ay
inclu
de lo
osel
y re
late
d or
unr
elat
ed m
ater
ial
Th
e w
ritin
g m
ay sh
ow a
sens
e of
aud
ienc
e an
d ta
sk
It ha
s a st
ated
opi
nion
and
the
orga
niza
tion
of th
e es
say
may
not
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ch th
e to
pic
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onse
may
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de th
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llow
ing
-Pa
rtial
ly fo
cuse
d to
pic
but i
t is u
ncle
ar
or n
ot m
aint
aine
d th
roug
hout
writ
ing
-In
cons
isten
t use
of t
rans
ition
s with
little
va
riety
-
Unev
en d
evel
opm
ent o
f ide
as fr
om
begi
nnin
g to
end
inc
ludi
ng a
wea
k in
trodu
ctio
n an
dor
con
clusio
n
Resp
onse
has
une
ven
supp
ort
evid
ence
fo
r the
writ
errsquos
topi
c in
clud
ing
the
inef
fect
ive
use
of so
urce
s fa
cts
and
de
tails
Th
e re
spon
se m
ay in
clud
e th
e fo
llow
ing
-W
eakl
y us
ed e
vide
nce
from
sour
ces
or ir
rele
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refe
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es
-Re
petit
ive
or in
effe
ctiv
e us
e of
el
abor
ate
tech
niqu
es
-U
nspe
cific
or s
impl
istic
exp
ress
ion
of
idea
s-
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prop
riate
or i
neffe
ctiv
e do
mai
n-sp
ecifi
c voc
abul
ary
-Se
nten
ces m
ay b
e lim
ited
to si
mpl
e co
nstr
uctio
ns
The
resp
onse
dem
onst
rate
s an
adeq
uate
com
man
d of
bas
ic
conv
entio
ns
The
resp
onse
may
incl
ude
the
follo
win
g-
Som
e m
inor
err
ors i
n us
age
but n
o pa
tter
ns o
f err
ors
-Ad
equa
te u
se o
f pun
ctua
tion
ca
pita
lizat
ion
sent
ence
form
atio
n
and
spel
ling
1Th
e re
spon
se is
rela
ted
to th
e to
pic o
f th
e pr
ompt
but
may
show
little
or n
o aw
aren
ess o
f the
pur
pose
aud
ienc
e
and
task
It
does
not
hav
e a
stat
ed to
pic
and
it ha
s litt
le o
r no
orga
niza
tion
Re
spon
se m
ay in
clude
the
follo
win
g-
Abse
nt o
r con
fusin
g to
pic
-M
any
unre
late
d id
eas t
hat a
ffect
th
e re
ader
rsquos un
ders
tand
ing
-Fe
w o
r no
trans
ition
s-
Too
shor
t to
dem
onst
rate
kn
owle
dge
of th
e to
pic o
r or
gani
zatio
n
Resp
onse
has
litt
le
supp
ort
evid
ence
for t
he w
riter
rsquos
topi
c in
clud
ing
little
if a
ny u
se o
f so
urce
s fa
cts
and
det
ails
Th
e re
spon
se m
ay in
clud
e th
e fo
llow
ing
-Li
ttle
inc
orre
ct i
rrel
evan
t or
ab
sent
evi
denc
e fr
om so
urce
s-
Expr
essio
n of
idea
s is v
ague
un
clea
r or
conf
usin
g-
Lim
ited
or in
appr
opria
te
lang
uage
or d
omai
n-sp
ecifi
cvo
cabu
lary
-
Sent
ence
stru
ctur
e lim
ited
to
simpl
e co
nstr
uctio
n
The
resp
onse
dem
onst
rate
s a
part
ial c
omm
and
of b
asic
co
nven
tions
Th
e re
spon
se m
ay
incl
ude
the
follo
win
g-
Vario
us e
rror
s in
usag
e-
Inco
nsist
ent u
se o
f cor
rect
pu
nctu
atio
n c
apita
lizat
ion
se
nten
ce fo
rmat
ion
and
sp
ellin
g
0
The
resp
onse
de
mon
stra
tesa
lack
of
com
man
d of
co
nven
tions
with
fr
eque
nt a
nd se
vere
er
rors
that
affe
ct th
e re
ader
rsquos
unde
rsta
ndin
g
Purp
ose
Foc
us
amp O
rgan
izatio
n
Evid
ence
amp
Elab
orat
ion
Conv
entio
nsof
St
anda
rd
Engl
ish
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ni
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e _
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bric
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pt T
itle
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Directions
When it is time to begin read both the passage(s) and the prompt You are to plan and write an essay about the passage(s) according to the directions in the prompt
You will be scored based on how well you express your ideas Be sure to write clearly and make your writing interesting to the reader
Before you begin writing take time to read the prompts think about what you read and then plan your essay
WRITE ONLY ABOUT THE PROMPT AND PASSAGE(S)
You have __________ minutes to complete this activity
copy2016 Amy Mezni 34
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt ________________________________________Use this page to record your answers Fill in the circle of the correct answer completely
1
2
3
4
5
6
Write your response to the short-response questions on the lines below Be sure to use complete sentences in your response
Thank you for your purchaseCopyright copy2014 2018 Amy Mezni LLCPermission is granted to copy pages specifically designed for student or teacher use to the original purchaser or licensee Each page of this document is copyright Amy Mezni LLC You do not have permission to claim any part as your own and you may not share or sell anything based on this document This product may not be copied or distributed outside of the scope of your classroom This resource is NOT an open education resource and therefore may not be shared in part or whole as part of the US department of Educations go open campaign Any resources purchased should not be posted to a public website or shared server A password protected websites for the teacherrsquos personal class is the only allowable electronic postingPosting this resource to the internet without permission is a violation of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act
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Tactile Studio
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Answer KeyReading Comprehension Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply1 B2 A3 B4 A5 D6 D7 The author describes ways people protect Floridarsquos groundwater in order to explain how
groundwater can be protected8 The text structure of Floridarsquos Decreasing Water Supply is problem and solution The
Everglades An Endangered Habitat uses a problem and solution text structure Ecotourism Everyone Wins uses description Students should note how the structure helps to organize information It also helps the reader to locate information in the text
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
Fin
alG
rad
e
4Th
e re
spon
se is
cons
isten
tly fo
cuse
d on
the
purp
ose
of th
e pr
ompt
Th
e w
ritin
g sh
ows a
se
nse
of a
udie
nce
and
task
Th
e es
say
is cle
arly
orga
nize
d a
nd h
as a
sens
e of
com
plet
enes
sRe
spon
se in
clude
s mos
t of t
he fo
llow
ing
-St
rong
ly m
aint
aine
d to
pic w
ith lit
tle o
r no
unr
elat
ed in
form
atio
n-
Skillf
ul u
se o
f a va
riety
of t
rans
ition
s tha
t he
lp th
e re
ader
und
erst
and
the
rela
tions
hip
amon
g id
eas
-Id
eas a
re o
rgan
ized
in a
logi
cal m
anne
r fro
m b
egin
ning
to e
nd i
nclu
ding
a
stro
ng in
trodu
ctio
n an
d co
nclu
sion
Resp
onse
has
det
aile
d an
d co
nvin
cing
su
ppor
tev
iden
ce fo
r the
writ
errsquos
topi
c th
at in
clud
es th
e ef
fect
ive
use
of so
urce
s
fact
s a
nd d
etai
ls
The
resp
onse
incl
udes
mos
t of t
he
follo
win
g-
Rele
vant
evi
denc
e th
at is
pre
sent
ed
smoo
thly
and
thor
ough
ly w
ith
refe
renc
es to
sour
ces
-St
rong
use
of a
var
iety
of e
labo
rativ
e te
chni
ques
dem
onst
ratin
g a d
eep
unde
rsta
ndin
g of
the
topi
c and
text
-
Clea
r and
effe
ctiv
e ex
pres
sion
of id
eas
us
ing
spec
ific l
angu
age
-Do
mai
n-sp
ecifi
c vo
cabu
lary
use
d cl
early
and
app
ropr
iate
ly fo
r the
au
dien
ce a
nd p
urpo
se
-Va
ried
sent
ence
stru
ctur
e
3Th
e re
spon
se is
usu
ally
focu
sed
on th
e pu
rpos
e of
th
e pr
ompt
Th
e w
ritin
g sh
ows a
som
e se
nse
of
audi
ence
and
task
It
has a
stat
ed to
pic
The
ess
ay is
org
anize
d a
nd
has a
sens
e of
com
plet
enes
sRe
spon
se in
clude
s mos
t of t
he fo
llow
ing
-M
aint
aine
d to
pic
alth
ough
som
e un
rela
ted
info
rmat
ion
may
be
pres
ent
-Go
od u
se o
f tra
nsiti
ons w
ith so
me
varie
ty
that
hel
p th
e re
ader
und
erst
and
the
rela
tions
hip
amon
g id
eas
-Id
eas a
re o
rgan
ized
in a
logi
cal m
anne
r fro
m
begi
nnin
g to
end
inc
ludi
ng a
intro
duct
ion
and
conc
lusio
n
Resp
onse
has
ade
quat
e su
ppor
tev
iden
ce
for t
he w
riter
rsquos to
pic t
hat i
nclu
des t
he u
se o
f so
urce
s fa
cts
and
det
ails
Th
e re
spon
se in
clud
es m
ost o
f the
follo
win
g-
Mos
tly in
tegr
ated
evi
denc
e fr
om
sour
ces
alth
ough
they
may
be
gene
ral
impr
ecise
or i
ncon
siste
nt
-Ad
equa
te u
se o
f som
e el
abor
ativ
e te
chni
ques
-
Adeq
uate
exp
ress
ion
of id
eas
usin
g a
mix
of s
peci
fic a
nd g
ener
al la
ngua
ge
-Do
mai
n-sp
ecifi
c vo
cabu
lary
usu
ally
ap
prop
riate
ly fo
r the
aud
ienc
e an
d pu
rpos
e-
Som
e va
riety
in se
nten
ce s
truc
ture
2Th
e re
spon
se is
som
ewha
t foc
used
on
the
purp
ose
of th
e pr
ompt
alth
ough
it m
ay
inclu
de lo
osel
y re
late
d or
unr
elat
ed m
ater
ial
Th
e w
ritin
g m
ay sh
ow a
sens
e of
aud
ienc
e an
d ta
sk
It ha
s a st
ated
opi
nion
and
the
orga
niza
tion
of th
e es
say
may
not
mat
ch th
e to
pic
Resp
onse
may
inclu
de th
e fo
llow
ing
-Pa
rtial
ly fo
cuse
d to
pic
but i
t is u
ncle
ar
or n
ot m
aint
aine
d th
roug
hout
writ
ing
-In
cons
isten
t use
of t
rans
ition
s with
little
va
riety
-
Unev
en d
evel
opm
ent o
f ide
as fr
om
begi
nnin
g to
end
inc
ludi
ng a
wea
k in
trodu
ctio
n an
dor
con
clusio
n
Resp
onse
has
une
ven
supp
ort
evid
ence
fo
r the
writ
errsquos
topi
c in
clud
ing
the
inef
fect
ive
use
of so
urce
s fa
cts
and
de
tails
Th
e re
spon
se m
ay in
clud
e th
e fo
llow
ing
-W
eakl
y us
ed e
vide
nce
from
sour
ces
or ir
rele
vant
refe
renc
es
-Re
petit
ive
or in
effe
ctiv
e us
e of
el
abor
ate
tech
niqu
es
-U
nspe
cific
or s
impl
istic
exp
ress
ion
of
idea
s-
Inap
prop
riate
or i
neffe
ctiv
e do
mai
n-sp
ecifi
c voc
abul
ary
-Se
nten
ces m
ay b
e lim
ited
to si
mpl
e co
nstr
uctio
ns
The
resp
onse
dem
onst
rate
s an
adeq
uate
com
man
d of
bas
ic
conv
entio
ns
The
resp
onse
may
incl
ude
the
follo
win
g-
Som
e m
inor
err
ors i
n us
age
but n
o pa
tter
ns o
f err
ors
-Ad
equa
te u
se o
f pun
ctua
tion
ca
pita
lizat
ion
sent
ence
form
atio
n
and
spel
ling
1Th
e re
spon
se is
rela
ted
to th
e to
pic o
f th
e pr
ompt
but
may
show
little
or n
o aw
aren
ess o
f the
pur
pose
aud
ienc
e
and
task
It
does
not
hav
e a
stat
ed to
pic
and
it ha
s litt
le o
r no
orga
niza
tion
Re
spon
se m
ay in
clude
the
follo
win
g-
Abse
nt o
r con
fusin
g to
pic
-M
any
unre
late
d id
eas t
hat a
ffect
th
e re
ader
rsquos un
ders
tand
ing
-Fe
w o
r no
trans
ition
s-
Too
shor
t to
dem
onst
rate
kn
owle
dge
of th
e to
pic o
r or
gani
zatio
n
Resp
onse
has
litt
le
supp
ort
evid
ence
for t
he w
riter
rsquos
topi
c in
clud
ing
little
if a
ny u
se o
f so
urce
s fa
cts
and
det
ails
Th
e re
spon
se m
ay in
clud
e th
e fo
llow
ing
-Li
ttle
inc
orre
ct i
rrel
evan
t or
ab
sent
evi
denc
e fr
om so
urce
s-
Expr
essio
n of
idea
s is v
ague
un
clea
r or
conf
usin
g-
Lim
ited
or in
appr
opria
te
lang
uage
or d
omai
n-sp
ecifi
cvo
cabu
lary
-
Sent
ence
stru
ctur
e lim
ited
to
simpl
e co
nstr
uctio
n
The
resp
onse
dem
onst
rate
s a
part
ial c
omm
and
of b
asic
co
nven
tions
Th
e re
spon
se m
ay
incl
ude
the
follo
win
g-
Vario
us e
rror
s in
usag
e-
Inco
nsist
ent u
se o
f cor
rect
pu
nctu
atio
n c
apita
lizat
ion
se
nten
ce fo
rmat
ion
and
sp
ellin
g
0
The
resp
onse
de
mon
stra
tesa
lack
of
com
man
d of
co
nven
tions
with
fr
eque
nt a
nd se
vere
er
rors
that
affe
ct th
e re
ader
rsquos
unde
rsta
ndin
g
Purp
ose
Foc
us
amp O
rgan
izatio
n
Evid
ence
amp
Elab
orat
ion
Conv
entio
nsof
St
anda
rd
Engl
ish
copy20
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my
Mez
ni
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e _
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Date
___
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_In
form
ativ
e Ru
bric
Prom
pt T
itle
_
____
____
____
____
____
____
____
_
copy2016 Amy Mezni 33
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Directions
When it is time to begin read both the passage(s) and the prompt You are to plan and write an essay about the passage(s) according to the directions in the prompt
You will be scored based on how well you express your ideas Be sure to write clearly and make your writing interesting to the reader
Before you begin writing take time to read the prompts think about what you read and then plan your essay
WRITE ONLY ABOUT THE PROMPT AND PASSAGE(S)
You have __________ minutes to complete this activity
copy2016 Amy Mezni 34
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt ________________________________________Use this page to record your answers Fill in the circle of the correct answer completely
1
2
3
4
5
6
Write your response to the short-response questions on the lines below Be sure to use complete sentences in your response
Thank you for your purchaseCopyright copy2014 2018 Amy Mezni LLCPermission is granted to copy pages specifically designed for student or teacher use to the original purchaser or licensee Each page of this document is copyright Amy Mezni LLC You do not have permission to claim any part as your own and you may not share or sell anything based on this document This product may not be copied or distributed outside of the scope of your classroom This resource is NOT an open education resource and therefore may not be shared in part or whole as part of the US department of Educations go open campaign Any resources purchased should not be posted to a public website or shared server A password protected websites for the teacherrsquos personal class is the only allowable electronic postingPosting this resource to the internet without permission is a violation of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act
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Lawrence CrucianaDollar Photo ClubGaumenfreudeungDollar Photo ClubQuasarPhotosDollar Photo ClubAnaDollar Photo Club
Tactile Studio
Slide Number 1
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copy2016 Amy Mezni
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt Floridarsquos Environment
Use the information from the texts provided in your essay to support your opinion
Manage your time carefully so that you have even time to
Read the passages about Florida then write an essay explaining how people affect Floridarsquos environment Include specific information to write about your subject knowledgeably
Fin
alG
rad
e
4Th
e re
spon
se is
cons
isten
tly fo
cuse
d on
the
purp
ose
of th
e pr
ompt
Th
e w
ritin
g sh
ows a
se
nse
of a
udie
nce
and
task
Th
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4Th
e re
spon
se is
cons
isten
tly fo
cuse
d on
the
purp
ose
of th
e pr
ompt
Th
e w
ritin
g sh
ows a
se
nse
of a
udie
nce
and
task
Th
e es
say
is cle
arly
orga
nize
d a
nd h
as a
sens
e of
com
plet
enes
sRe
spon
se in
clude
s mos
t of t
he fo
llow
ing
-St
rong
ly m
aint
aine
d to
pic w
ith lit
tle o
r no
unr
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form
atio
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Skillf
ul u
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f a va
riety
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ition
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has
det
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d an
d co
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cing
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tev
iden
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r the
writ
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c th
at in
clud
es th
e ef
fect
ive
use
of so
urce
s
fact
s a
nd d
etai
ls
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resp
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incl
udes
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t of t
he
follo
win
g-
Rele
vant
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denc
e th
at is
pre
sent
ed
smoo
thly
and
thor
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refe
renc
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-St
rong
use
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iety
of e
labo
rativ
e te
chni
ques
dem
onst
ratin
g a d
eep
unde
rsta
ndin
g of
the
topi
c and
text
-
Clea
r and
effe
ctiv
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pres
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of id
eas
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ing
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ific l
angu
age
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mai
n-sp
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c vo
cabu
lary
use
d cl
early
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app
ropr
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ly fo
r the
au
dien
ce a
nd p
urpo
se
-Va
ried
sent
ence
stru
ctur
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3Th
e re
spon
se is
usu
ally
focu
sed
on th
e pu
rpos
e of
th
e pr
ompt
Th
e w
ritin
g sh
ows a
som
e se
nse
of
audi
ence
and
task
It
has a
stat
ed to
pic
The
ess
ay is
org
anize
d a
nd
has a
sens
e of
com
plet
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sRe
spon
se in
clude
s mos
t of t
he fo
llow
ing
-M
aint
aine
d to
pic
alth
ough
som
e un
rela
ted
info
rmat
ion
may
be
pres
ent
-Go
od u
se o
f tra
nsiti
ons w
ith so
me
varie
ty
that
hel
p th
e re
ader
und
erst
and
the
rela
tions
hip
amon
g id
eas
-Id
eas a
re o
rgan
ized
in a
logi
cal m
anne
r fro
m
begi
nnin
g to
end
inc
ludi
ng a
intro
duct
ion
and
conc
lusio
n
Resp
onse
has
ade
quat
e su
ppor
tev
iden
ce
for t
he w
riter
rsquos to
pic t
hat i
nclu
des t
he u
se o
f so
urce
s fa
cts
and
det
ails
Th
e re
spon
se in
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es m
ost o
f the
follo
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g-
Mos
tly in
tegr
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denc
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om
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ral
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ecise
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ncon
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e el
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ques
-
Adeq
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exp
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of id
eas
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g a
mix
of s
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fic a
nd g
ener
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ngua
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mai
n-sp
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cabu
lary
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ally
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r the
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truc
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2Th
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spon
se is
som
ewha
t foc
used
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purp
ose
of th
e pr
ompt
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ay
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spon
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rela
ted
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pic o
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e pr
ompt
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may
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Directions
When it is time to begin read both the passage(s) and the prompt You are to plan and write an essay about the passage(s) according to the directions in the prompt
You will be scored based on how well you express your ideas Be sure to write clearly and make your writing interesting to the reader
Before you begin writing take time to read the prompts think about what you read and then plan your essay
WRITE ONLY ABOUT THE PROMPT AND PASSAGE(S)
You have __________ minutes to complete this activity
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt ________________________________________Use this page to record your answers Fill in the circle of the correct answer completely
1
2
3
4
5
6
Write your response to the short-response questions on the lines below Be sure to use complete sentences in your response
Thank you for your purchaseCopyright copy2014 2018 Amy Mezni LLCPermission is granted to copy pages specifically designed for student or teacher use to the original purchaser or licensee Each page of this document is copyright Amy Mezni LLC You do not have permission to claim any part as your own and you may not share or sell anything based on this document This product may not be copied or distributed outside of the scope of your classroom This resource is NOT an open education resource and therefore may not be shared in part or whole as part of the US department of Educations go open campaign Any resources purchased should not be posted to a public website or shared server A password protected websites for the teacherrsquos personal class is the only allowable electronic postingPosting this resource to the internet without permission is a violation of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act
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Name ___________________Date ___________________
Directions
When it is time to begin read both the passage(s) and the prompt You are to plan and write an essay about the passage(s) according to the directions in the prompt
You will be scored based on how well you express your ideas Be sure to write clearly and make your writing interesting to the reader
Before you begin writing take time to read the prompts think about what you read and then plan your essay
WRITE ONLY ABOUT THE PROMPT AND PASSAGE(S)
You have __________ minutes to complete this activity
copy2016 Amy Mezni 34
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt ________________________________________Use this page to record your answers Fill in the circle of the correct answer completely
1
2
3
4
5
6
Write your response to the short-response questions on the lines below Be sure to use complete sentences in your response
Thank you for your purchaseCopyright copy2014 2018 Amy Mezni LLCPermission is granted to copy pages specifically designed for student or teacher use to the original purchaser or licensee Each page of this document is copyright Amy Mezni LLC You do not have permission to claim any part as your own and you may not share or sell anything based on this document This product may not be copied or distributed outside of the scope of your classroom This resource is NOT an open education resource and therefore may not be shared in part or whole as part of the US department of Educations go open campaign Any resources purchased should not be posted to a public website or shared server A password protected websites for the teacherrsquos personal class is the only allowable electronic postingPosting this resource to the internet without permission is a violation of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act
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Lawrence CrucianaDollar Photo ClubGaumenfreudeungDollar Photo ClubQuasarPhotosDollar Photo ClubAnaDollar Photo Club
Tactile Studio
Slide Number 1
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copy2016 Amy Mezni 34
Name ___________________Date ___________________
Prompt ________________________________________Use this page to record your answers Fill in the circle of the correct answer completely
1
2
3
4
5
6
Write your response to the short-response questions on the lines below Be sure to use complete sentences in your response
Thank you for your purchaseCopyright copy2014 2018 Amy Mezni LLCPermission is granted to copy pages specifically designed for student or teacher use to the original purchaser or licensee Each page of this document is copyright Amy Mezni LLC You do not have permission to claim any part as your own and you may not share or sell anything based on this document This product may not be copied or distributed outside of the scope of your classroom This resource is NOT an open education resource and therefore may not be shared in part or whole as part of the US department of Educations go open campaign Any resources purchased should not be posted to a public website or shared server A password protected websites for the teacherrsquos personal class is the only allowable electronic postingPosting this resource to the internet without permission is a violation of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act
Connect with Me
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36
Thank you to the
artists
See My TPT Store For More Paired Passages Resources
Lawrence CrucianaDollar Photo ClubGaumenfreudeungDollar Photo ClubQuasarPhotosDollar Photo ClubAnaDollar Photo Club
Thank you for your purchaseCopyright copy2014 2018 Amy Mezni LLCPermission is granted to copy pages specifically designed for student or teacher use to the original purchaser or licensee Each page of this document is copyright Amy Mezni LLC You do not have permission to claim any part as your own and you may not share or sell anything based on this document This product may not be copied or distributed outside of the scope of your classroom This resource is NOT an open education resource and therefore may not be shared in part or whole as part of the US department of Educations go open campaign Any resources purchased should not be posted to a public website or shared server A password protected websites for the teacherrsquos personal class is the only allowable electronic postingPosting this resource to the internet without permission is a violation of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act
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Lawrence CrucianaDollar Photo ClubGaumenfreudeungDollar Photo ClubQuasarPhotosDollar Photo ClubAnaDollar Photo Club
Tactile Studio
Slide Number 1
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Slide Number 5
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Thank you for your purchaseCopyright copy2014 2018 Amy Mezni LLCPermission is granted to copy pages specifically designed for student or teacher use to the original purchaser or licensee Each page of this document is copyright Amy Mezni LLC You do not have permission to claim any part as your own and you may not share or sell anything based on this document This product may not be copied or distributed outside of the scope of your classroom This resource is NOT an open education resource and therefore may not be shared in part or whole as part of the US department of Educations go open campaign Any resources purchased should not be posted to a public website or shared server A password protected websites for the teacherrsquos personal class is the only allowable electronic postingPosting this resource to the internet without permission is a violation of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act
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