One word in each sentence is not correct. Cross out the incorrect word and write the correct word.

1. Sequoia trees are the oldest living things in California.
2. Some sequoias are 250 feet old.

sequoia trees are the oldest tree in California. some sequoias are 250 feet tall.

Answered by asmaa | 2024-06-10

The incorrect word in the first sentence is 'oldest', which should refer to bristlecone pine trees. In the second sentence, the incorrect word is 'old', which should be replaced with 'tall' as trees are measured by height.
The statement "Sequoia trees are the oldest living things in California" refers to the bristlecone pine trees, which are some of the oldest living organisms on Earth, with some individuals being over 5,000 years old. However, the correct term in the second statement should be "250 feet tall", not "250 feet old" as trees are measured in terms of height, not age. Sequoias, or more specifically, the giant sequoias (Sequoiadendron giganteum), are known for being the world's most massive trees, and coast redwoods (Sequoia sempervirens) are recognized for their impressive height. It's worth noting that the tallest known tree is Hyperion, a coast redwood, at approximately 380 feet high.

Answered by Anshuyadav | 2024-06-24

The incorrect word in the first sentence is 'oldest,' which should be 'large.' In the second sentence, 'old' should be replaced with 'tall.' This highlights the size of sequoias rather than their age.
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Answered by Anshuyadav | 2024-12-26