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What is a mammoth?
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A mammoth is an extinct elephant-like animal once widespread in the western hemisphere.
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What does extinct mean?
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It means no longer living.
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What is climate?
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Climate is weather over a long period of time.
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What are tusks?
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Tusks are long, pointed teeth extending outside the mouth.
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What are ruins?
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Ruins are remains of buildings that have fallen to pieces.
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What are enemies?
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Enemies are anything or anyone that will harm something.
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What is a trunk in this story?
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A trunk is the long nose of a mammoth.
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What does encouraged mean?
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Encouraged means to offer support.
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What is a glacier?
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A glacier is a thick sheet of ice.
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What are mammals?
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Mammals are warm-blooded animals that have hair.
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What does roamed mean?
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Roamed means wandered over an area.
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What does fierce mean?
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Fierce means to have a violent nature.
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What does ancient mean?
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Ancient means very old.
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Who are archaeologists?
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Archaeologists are scientists who study ancient ruins.
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