Pluto Is a Planet
Grade 5•45 minutes
Learning Objective
I can argue whether Pluto should be classified as a planet, using evidence to support my claim.
Practice Questions
This lesson includes 7 practice questions to reinforce learning.
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1. Describe two challenges scientists faced when trying to learn about Pluto compared to other planets in our solar system.
2. Explain why the New Horizons mission was important for our understanding of Pluto.
3. Based on the video, what are some characteristics of Pluto that make it different from the major planets in our solar system?
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Educational Video
Is Pluto a planet?
Mystery Science