College of San Mateo Importance of Protecting Biomes Discussion

Directions

• The purpose of this assignment is to get us thinking about the importance of protecting biomes.
• We will watch a 7-minute video and then respond to prompts with a short essay.
• You will upload your essay as online text (e.g. copy and paste, or type it in the box).
• Please click the “Submit Assignment” button to get started with writing the essay after you’ve watched the video.

Topic

• First, watch this KQED Video about Giant Sequoias (Links to an external site.), with closed captions and transcript provided.
• Then, answer the following three questions, using the information you learned from this video.

Questions to Consider

1. How do scientists analyze water use by Giant Sequoia trees?
2. What are some reasons that these huge trees are under water stress?
3. How might the National Park help to keep the most vulnerable trees alive?

Grading

• 10 points total
• Write to three specific topics, outlined above
• 200 minimum words total
• Complete sentences
• Proper spelling and grammar