Chaparral

Target entity: Chaparral
Context triple: [College of DuPage, hasMascot, Chaparral]

• A. California chaparral and woodlands ecoregion
  The California chaparral and woodlands ecoregion is a Mediterranean-climate landscape characterized by dense, drought-resistant shrublands and mixed woodlands that support high biodiversity and frequent wildfire cycles across much of coastal and inland California.
• B. Sonoran Desert
  The Sonoran Desert is a vast, hot North American desert spanning parts of the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico, renowned for its biodiversity and iconic saguaro cacti.
• C. Sagebrush steppe desert
  The Sagebrush steppe desert is a cold, semi-arid ecosystem of the western United States characterized by vast open plains dominated by sagebrush shrubs and sparse grasses, supporting unique wildlife adapted to its harsh climate.
• D. Sonoran–Mojave transition zone
  The Sonoran–Mojave transition zone is an ecologically rich region in the southwestern United States where the Sonoran and Mojave Deserts overlap, creating a unique blend of plant and animal communities from both desert ecosystems.
• E. Palo verde
  Palo verde is a small desert tree native to the American Southwest, recognized for its green bark and bright yellow spring blossoms.
• F. None of above. chosen
• G. Unsure - the case is ambiguous/there is not enough information to decide.

Target entity: Chaparral
Target entity description: Chaparral is the roadrunner mascot representing the College of DuPage’s athletic teams and school spirit.

• A. California chaparral and woodlands ecoregion
  The California chaparral and woodlands ecoregion is a Mediterranean-climate landscape characterized by dense, drought-resistant shrublands and mixed woodlands that support high biodiversity and frequent wildfire cycles across much of coastal and inland California.
• B. Sonoran Desert
  The Sonoran Desert is a vast, hot North American desert spanning parts of the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico, renowned for its biodiversity and iconic saguaro cacti.
• C. Sagebrush steppe desert
  The Sagebrush steppe desert is a cold, semi-arid ecosystem of the western United States characterized by vast open plains dominated by sagebrush shrubs and sparse grasses, supporting unique wildlife adapted to its harsh climate.
• D. Sonoran–Mojave transition zone
  The Sonoran–Mojave transition zone is an ecologically rich region in the southwestern United States where the Sonoran and Mojave Deserts overlap, creating a unique blend of plant and animal communities from both desert ecosystems.
• E. Palo verde
  Palo verde is a small desert tree native to the American Southwest, recognized for its green bark and bright yellow spring blossoms.
• F. None of above. chosen