Chapter 3 Questions

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Think about it

  • Compare how certain animals species interact with each other to how humans do.
  • What do you think makes a question "good" or "bad"? Can you give examples of each?
  • Why do you think it's important to understand genetics?
  • What did you already know about genetics? What did you learn?
  • How can an understanding of genetics help us make better societal decisions?
  • Are corridors the best available tool to keep wildlife populations connected?
  • How can we sustain species with isolated gene pools and no connectivity?
  • Does science ask big enough questions or do we need our science to dig even deeper into the issues we're facing?
  • How can science help us understand what we don't know we don't know?
  • How do you handle situations where you don't understand something, but are hesitant to ask questions? How can you overcome this hesitation?
  • Why is disagreement important?
  • How can we, as a country, focus on our commonalities, rather than our differences? Can science help?
  • What role can science play in truth and reconciliation?
  • Reflect on this quote from Dr. Leroy Little Bear: “In this era of Truth and Reconciliation, most people are talking about reconciliation. Not too many people are talking about truth. And I think a good starting point is to focus on the truth.” What does this mean to you? How can we - should we - focus on the truth?

Define

  • Genetic diversity
  • Connectivity/wildlife corridors

Reflection Activity

  • Option One: Create a timeline to visually demonstrate the history of an issue discussed in this story.
  • Option Two: Have a conversation with representatives of an Indigenous community near you. Learn their history and ask questions about their experiences on the land. Be sure to listen and take notes.
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