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We pulled three questions from our jar. Which question do you want to explore?

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  • Why can some animals see in the dark?

    -Bella, 5th Grade

  • Why can vultures eat dead stuff and not get sick?

    -Pranav, 4th Grade

  • Are black cats really bad luck?

    -Vincent, 3rd Grade

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