Follow the steps to complete the Endangered Species Webquest.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to access the Endangered Species Webquest. This will allow you to retrieve and open the form for editing.
2. Begin with the first question regarding the definition of an 'endangered species.' Conduct an online search using reliable sources to find a comprehensive definition, and write your answer in the space provided.
3. Proceed to question two which asks about the differences between endangered, threatened, and extinct species. Utilize internet resources to differentiate these terms clearly.
4. For question three, look for statistics on the number of species considered endangered both worldwide and in the United States. Be sure to cite any sources of your information appropriately.
5. Question four requires you to research the annual extinction rates. Look for recent studies or articles, and determine whether this figure is increasing, decreasing, or stable, along with the reasons for this trend.
6. In question five, describe the Endangered Species Act, including its enactment date and main objectives. Ensure that you present the information in a concise manner.
7. Identify how a species is added to the endangered species list in question six. Research the specific procedures and requirements involved in this process.
8. Question seven asks for a criticism of the Endangered Species Act. Investigate differing opinions and note a specific group or individual that raises such criticism.
9. For question eight, list four specific reasons why a species might become endangered. Clearly write down your points and highlight the reason you believe is most significant with an asterisk.
10. In question nine, name two non-profit organizations dedicated to the preservation of endangered species globally. Provide information on their funding sources.
11. Question ten requires identifying two U.S. government agencies involved in species preservation. Research each agency and include their funding mechanisms.
12. Answer question eleven by providing names of four species that have gone extinct in the past 20 years along with their scientific names and previous locations.
13. Lastly, in question twelve, find two success stories of species that have recovered from being endangered. Provide their names and a brief explanation of their recovery.
14. After completing the form, you can save your changes, download a copy, print it for reference, or share your responses with others as needed.

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