Adaptations: Structures and Functions

Adaptations: Structures and Functions

Multiple Choice

The Canada lynx lives in a cold, snowy environment. A structure it has for survival is padded feet. What is the function of its padded feet?

• movement in deep snow

• movement through treetops

• attacking predators

Multiple Choice

The clouded leopard spends its time in trees in the forests of India. A structure it has for survival is a long tail. What is the function of its long tail?

• walking in deep snow

• balance when walking on tree branches

• gripping tree branches while walking along them

Multiple Choice

The caracal lives in the African plains. A structure they have for survival is long, powerful legs. What is the function of long, powerful legs?

• movement in deep snow

• jumping high into the air

• communicating with outher caracals

Multiple Choice

Which structure might help a wild cat move in its environment?

• large paws

• sharp teeth

• large ears