In 1850, Glacier National Park had 150 living glaciers — that’s six times more than it has now. Since at least that time, glaciers there have been declining. But 50 years ago, the rate of decline jumped and the number of glaciers in the park took a nosedive. The situation has become increasingly bleak with time. The snow is melting faster, forcing bears and birds to adapt to new food patterns. Less snow through July and August means warmer waters, which hurts endangered species like the bull trout and the meltwater stonefly.

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In 1850, Glacier National Park had 150 living glaciers — that’s six times more than it has now. Since at least that time, glaciers there have been declining. But 50 years ago, the rate of decline jumped and the number of glaciers in the park took a nosedive. The situation has become increasingly bleak with time. The snow is melting faster, forcing bears and birds to adapt to new food patterns. Less snow through July and August means warmer waters, which hurts endangered species like the bull trout and the meltwater stonefly.
 Question Use the article excerpt to answer the question. What type of meaning does the word endangered have in this paragraph? (1 point) Responses positive connotative meaning positive connotative meaning denotative meaning denotative meaning negative connotative meaning negative connotative meaning figurative meaning

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The word "endangered" in the paragraph has a denotative meaning. It refers to species that are at risk of extinction, which is a literal, factual definition rather than a connotative or figurative interpretation.