What movies or books contain the characteristics of an epic in today’s society? Epics contain adventure, have a central heroic figure, the setting is vast (large), there are supernatural forces involved, and an elevated style (serious tone of voice) is often used.

Read the excerpt from "Saving a Ghost Animal"

First, American Indians came to the island. They cleared forests and hunted the mammals. Later, explorers from Europe arrived. 

Based on the context clues, what is the meaning of the word explorers?

◯ To study animal behavior

◯ characterized by a sense of adventure

◯ people who investigate unknown lands 

◯ the act of destroying natural habitats