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Many colorful birds live in the rainforest.
What does Rainforest mean?
A rainforest is a very wet forest full of living things.
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A rainforest is a warm, wet forest with heavy rainfall and many kinds of plants and animals.
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The class learned that a rainforest has layers, from the forest floor to the canopy.
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Because a rainforest contains many species, scientists study it to understand biodiversity and climate.
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What is a rainforest?
A rainforest gets heavy rain and supports many living things.
Practice 2
Which place contrasts most with a rainforest?
A desert is very dry, while a rainforest is very wet.
Practice 3
Choose the best word: The ___ has tall trees, heavy rain, and many species.
A rainforest is known for rain, trees, and biodiversity.
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MeaningRainforest means A rainforest is a very wet forest full of living things.
ExampleExample: Many colorful birds live in the rainforest.
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Synonyms
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tropical forestMany rainforests are tropical forests with warm, wet climates.
wet forestA simple phrase for a forest that gets a lot of rain.
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desertA desert is very dry, while a rainforest receives a lot of rain.
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Rainforest word family
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rainforest
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rainforest
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