Question

This question has two parts. Answer Part A, and then answer Part B.
Part A.

A student is creating a multimodal presentation for classmates about the importance of protecting local wildlife habitats that will inform them about threats to wildlife and motivate them to take small actions to help preserve natural spaces. Based on the purpose and audience, which TWO modes should be used because of their special features to present the information effectively?

an infographic that illustrates the decline in local animal populations over the last ten years

an audio clip of forest and ocean animal sounds to entertain the audience

a video showing students participating in local cleanup efforts at parks and streams

a series of photos of rare animals from around the world

a bulleted list of ways students can help protect wildlife near their homes and schools
Question 6.b
Part B.

A student is writing a research report about the loss of local wildlife habitats and needs to answer the following research question:

What factors are contributing to the decline of wildlife in local natural areas?

Select the TWO credible sources that the student should use to compile relevant information to answer the research question.

a blog post written by a middle schooler who enjoys taking photos of animals in the park

a photo slideshow of animals from around the world with brief captions

a video interview with a biologist who studies habitat loss and explains changes in native species over the past decade

a social media post showing someone rescuing a wounded animal without explaining the cause of the injury

an article from a state environmental agency describing how pollution and land development affect local wildlife

Answer 1

Part A — pick TWO:
- an infographic that illustrates the decline in local animal populations over the last ten years
- a video showing students participating in local cleanup efforts at parks and streams

Why: The infographic concisely visualizes trends and data (helps classmates quickly understand the scope of the problem). The video models actionable behavior and engages viewers emotionally, making classmates more likely to feel motivated to take small actions themselves.

Part B — pick TWO:
- a video interview with a biologist who studies habitat loss and explains changes in native species over the past decade
- an article from a state environmental agency describing how pollution and land development affect local wildlife

Why: The biologist interview provides expert, research-based explanations and context about causes and observed changes. The state agency article is an authoritative, local source of data and policy-relevant information about pollution and development impacts. Other choices are either not expert/authoritative or not directly relevant to local factors.