National Park Service

High school (ages 12+)
Environment & Earth

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/national-park-service

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. How big is National Park Service?Over 85 million acres across 433 units
2. What is the governing body?United States federal government, within the United States Department of the Interior
3. What is the founding legislation?National Park Service Organic Act, August 25, 1916
4. How many parks does the National Park Service manage?It manages 433 units, including parks, monuments, and historic sites, covering 85 million acres.
5. Why was the National Park Service created?It was created to protect beautiful places like Yellowstone and to keep them safe for future generations.

National Park Service Organic Act: Legislation establishing the NPS, mandating the preservation of natural and cultural resources for public enjoyment.
Ecological Integrity: The state of a natural ecosystem functioning in its natural state, free from significant human disturbance.
Historical Integrity: The authenticity and completeness of historical sites, structures, and artifacts, preserving their original character and context.
Public Use and Enjoyment: The mandate to allow visitors access to parks for recreation, education, and inspiration, while minimizing impact.