"Dirt! the Movie" Response Questions
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9 questions
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Explain why several of the scientists in the movie consider dirt to be a living thing?
Explain why several of the scientists in the movie consider dirt to be a living thing?
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How do the actions of fungus help to create dirt?
How do the actions of fungus help to create dirt?
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Provide at least 2 examples of how people around the world use mixtures of mud and dung.
Provide at least 2 examples of how people around the world use mixtures of mud and dung.
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What is desertification and provide at least one example from the movie on how desertification can lead to conflict.
What is desertification and provide at least one example from the movie on how desertification can lead to conflict.
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Why are monocultures bad for dirt? Provide a historical example.
Why are monocultures bad for dirt? Provide a historical example.
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What happens to the dirt in a forest that is cut and burned?
What happens to the dirt in a forest that is cut and burned?
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What are the benefits to a "green roof"?
What are the benefits to a "green roof"?
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How long does it take to create dirt from composting materials?
How long does it take to create dirt from composting materials?
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What was the most interesting fact that you learned from watching the documentary?
What was the most interesting fact that you learned from watching the documentary?