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Will the Mayor’s decision to light up the night sky on the bridge harm the sea turtles in any way?

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• Read the question
• If a line is under the question, click on the question to go to the site where you will find your answer.  The question is a link.
• Look over the web page for key words. 
• Make notes on your paper so you will be able to answer all of your questions
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• If no line is under the question, answer the way you think you it could be answered.  The question is not a link.
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You will be using the answers from the questions to make your brochure and PowerPoint presentation for the Mayor.  Tell him what you learned. 

1. Do you think there is a difference between lights for decoration and lights for safety?  Explain your amnswer.

2. Why do artificial light sources attract hatchling sea turtles?

3. Can all man-made light be turned off on our nesting beaches? Explain your opinion.

4. Name five solutions to beachfront lighting that will help during turtle nesting season.

5. What type of lighting affects sea turtles?  Name at least three.  Click here for another site.

6.  Do lights bother sea turtles all year long?  If not, when?  Click here for another site.

7.  After taking notes on the information above, would the decision  to light up the bridge harm the sea turtles in any way?  Explain

8. Should we try to save the sea turtles from extinction? Why or why not?

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