Sharing the Planet 1.3

Multiple Choice

Why is it important to understand the patterns of traits among different species and within the same species?

• It helps us predict weather patterns.

• It helps us understand how organisms survive and adapt.

• It allows us to build better machines.

• It helps us learn new languages.

Open Ended

How do the traits and life cycles of plants and animals help them survive in their environments?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a learner profile trait mentioned in the lesson?

• Thinker

• Inquirer

• Communicator

• Artist

Open Ended

What do people mean when they say, "You look just like your mom!" or "You have your dad’s eyes!"?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes a trait that can be observed in both parents and their children?

• A characteristic like eye color or hair type

• A favorite food

• A learned skill like riding a bike

• A place where they live

Multiple Select

Which of the following are ways traits can help an organism survive?

• Camouflage to hide from predators

• Ability to find food

• Having a favorite color

• Strong legs to run fast

Open Ended

What traits did your animal have that allowed it to continue on or possibly struggle during the game "Will Life Continue On for your Organism?"

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a basic need for the survival of living organisms?

• Sunlight

• Water

• Shelter

• Air

Multiple Select

Which of the following are examples of variations among the bears shown in the images?

• Color of fur

• Shape of ears

• Type of food they eat

• Number of legs

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a trait that ALL bears share, based on the images and directions?

• They all have fur.

• They all live in cold climates.

• They all eat bamboo.

• They all have black and white coloring.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are examples of physical traits that help organisms survive, as shown in the images?

• Camouflage

• Sharp talons

• Bright colors for attraction

• Fat storage

Open Ended

What are some similarities and differences you notice among the different types of bears shown in the images?

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of using a Venn Diagram in comparing and contrasting animals?

• To list only the differences between animals.

• To organize similarities and differences between animals.

• To write a story about animals.

• To draw pictures of animals.

Open Ended

How can identifying both similarities and variations among animals help us better understand their survival and adaptation?

Open Ended

Describe two ways in which the physical features of a penguin and a bald eagle are different, based on the images and text.

Open Ended

How might variations of traits within a species help 'Life to Go On' for their species?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of variation within a species?

• Different colors of corn kernels

• A bear eating fish

• A rose growing in a garden

• A butterfly flying

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes the main goal of the lesson across these slides?

• To compare and contrast different animal species only

• To identify patterns and variations of traits among organisms and describe how these help survival

• To study only plant traits

• To memorize the names of different species

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a plant example that shows variation in traits?

• Corn

• Roses

• Potatoes

• Lions

Open Ended

How might the variation in wing color and design help the Brazilian Butterfly survive?

Multiple Select

Select all the organisms mentioned in the lesson that show variation in traits.

• Bears

• Plants

• Butterflies

• Fish

Open Ended

What patterns of traits can be observed among similar kinds of organisms (species) and within the same species?

Open Ended

How do traits and life cycles help plants and animals survive in their environments?