Use the following table to respond to the essay question.

Reproduction Rates of Rhinos

Type of Rhino Reproduction Rate
Northern White Rhino zero
Javan Rhino low
Sumatran Rhino low
Greater One-Horned Rhino medium
Southern White Rhino high


Scientists estimate that about 80 Sumatran rhinos are surviving. In one or two sentences, make a claim about the chance of survival of Sumatran rhinos based on evidence from the table.

(2 points)

Short Answer Rubric (2 points)
Points Awarded Criteria
2
The answer is very clear.

The answer is fully supported by details.

There may be a few errors in grammar, usage, or mechanics. Errors do not interfere with meaning.

1
The answer is somewhat clear.

Details are weak or not related.

There are some errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics. Errors interfere with meaning.

0
The question is not answered.



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Based on the table, the low reproduction rate of Sumatran rhinos suggests that their chance of survival is at risk, especially with only 80 individuals estimated to be surviving.