Reading Log Assignment

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"The Truth about Invasive Species" by Alan Burdick (50 Essays, p. 79-86)

1. In at least three complete sentences, explain the main idea Alan Burdick is trying to communicate to his readers. What lesson does he want to teach us? How do you know (give textual evidence to support your assertion)?

2. Why does Alan Burdick use biological metaphors rather than explicitly stating his main idea? What do the metaphors tell us about his intended audience? Explain your answer in at least two complete sentences, using evidence from the text to support your answer.

3. Choose two vocabulary words you have never used before. Use each word in a sentence of your own.

a. Word: biogeographic,

i. Definition:
ii. Part of Speech:
iii. Sentence of Your Own:

b. Word: analogous,

i. Definition:
ii. Part of Speech:
iii. Sentence of Your Own:

4. What is the "invasive species" Burdick is describing? Does Burdick feel that this invasive species is truly a problem for the United States? Why or why not? Explain your answer in at least two complete sentences, using examples from the text to support your answer.

5. Write one discussion question about this essay. What would you like to talk about? Your question cannot have a yes/no answer.

a. Additionally, write a five to six sentence answer to your question. How would you answer the question if someone asked you?