1. As you read “The Bison are Back,” summarize each paragraph below. 2. Identify the main problem of the text.

3. Do you think the bison should be protected? Why or why not?

4. Brainstorm possible solutions to the problem. Highlight the solution that you think is the
most reasonable.

5. Make a decision-making model for the solution you thought was the most reasonable. Pick
two values you think are important to consider from p. 20 in your textbook and place them
in the table below.
*** Remember to list all possible positive and negative effects that could result. There is an example model on page 23.
6. Make a decision and state two reasons to support it.
7. How has your thinking changed about protecting the bison? Explain.