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What can happen to sea levels because of climate change?

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Grades 2–4ElaReadingScienceClimate changeEnglish · SpanishInteractive · Printable
Aligned toRI.3.1RI.4.14.ESS2.D

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This passage explains to children how climate change leads to rising sea levels. It describes two main causes: melting ice in polar regions and the expansion of warmer ocean water. The text outlines potential consequences, such as flooding in coastal areas and the submersion of low-lying islands. It also mentions how rising seas might force people and animals near coasts to relocate. By discussing how cities might need to build protective walls, the passage helps children grasp the real-world implications of this aspect of climate change.
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What can happen to sea levels because of climate change?

Climate change can make sea levels rise. As Earth gets warmer, ice in cold places like Antarctica melts. This water flows into the oceans. Warmer water also takes up more space than cold water. These things make the oceans higher. Rising seas can flood low areas near the coast. Some islands might disappear under water. Animals and people living near the ocean might have to move. Cities by the sea may need to build walls to keep water out.

Comprehension quiz (4 questions)

1. What happens to ice in cold places as Earth gets warmer?

It gets colder
It turns into snow
It melts
It disappears instantly

2. Why do warmer oceans take up more space?

Warm water expands
More fish live in warm water
Warm water is heavier
Warm water attracts more rain

3. What might happen to low areas near the coast?

They might get higher
They might flood
They might turn into deserts
They might become colder

4. What might cities by the sea need to build?

More beaches
Underwater houses
Walls to keep water out
Bridges to other cities
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Common Core standards for What can happen to sea levels because of climate change?

RI.3.1

Ask and answer questions to demonstrate understanding of a text, referring explicitly to the text as the basis for the answers.

RI.4.1

Refer to details and examples in a text when explaining what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text.

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