World Report March 17, 2006

Article:"Early Man in America"

1. Which paragraph would you read to find out why scientists had to wait to study Kennewick Man?

1. first
2. second
3. third
4. fourth

Article:"Early Man in America"

2. Why were scientists excited about the discovery of Kennewick Man?

1. They learned what foods early man ate.
2. The skeleton was one of the oldest ever found in the Americas.
3. It proved a theory about how early man came to North and South America.
4. The skeleton was one of many found along the Columbia River.

Article:"Early Man in America"

3. Based on the diagram, how did Kennewick man die?

1. He was killed by a spear.
2. He ate food that had spoiled.
3. He died in a winter storm.
4. Scientists do not know how he died.

Article:"Early Man in America"

4. What was the most surprising discovery about Kennewick Man?

1. He traveled by boat to North America.
2. He was right-handed.
3. He was buried by others.
4. He was about 38 years old when he died.

Article:"Early Man in America"

5. Archaeologist are scientists who study

1. ancient people and artifacts.
2. how people live in groups.
3. how animals migrate.
4. why people buy certain products.

Article:"A Study Says: Shape Up, World"

6. Why is obesity increasing among kids around the world?

1. More kids are exercising.
2. More kids are eating healthier foods than before.
3. More kids are less active and eating junk food.
4. More kids are eating less junk food.

Article:"Found: A Very Hairy Crab"

7. Which of the following statements is an opinion about the recently discovered species of crustacean?

1. It is a crab covered with fur.
2. It was found deep in the Pacific Ocean.
3. It is the strangest creature ever found in this part of the world.
4. It was found near a hydrothermal vent.

Article:"Nuclear Power Play"

8. The International Atomic Energy Agency

1. is based in Iran.
2. keeps track of how countries use nuclear energy.
3. makes treaties between countries that use atomic energy.
4. supplies countries with enriched uranium.

Article:"And Now, the News"

9. Students at John Muir Elementary create videotapes of their school newsletter

1. to practice using video equipment.
2. to learn a new language.
3. to meet kids from other schools.
4. to help parents who don't speak English know about school events.

Article:TFK Cartoon

10. Find the cartoon on page 3. Describe what is happening. Do you agree or disagree with the cartoonist? Explain.