Ladle (7.4.2.) Plant/Animal Adaptations

Which of the characteristics is a lion least likely to pass on to its offspring?

• fur color
• length of tail
• scars on leg
• body size

Which feature of a rose helps it grow without being eaten by large animals?

• flowers with bright colors
• sharp thorns
• small seeds
• deep roots

An example of a plant adaptation is ______________.

• its color
• its use
• its environment

What does it mean to survive?

• To stay alive
• To grow
• To have energy
• To be born

What does it mean to reproduce?

• to eat things
• to make things pretty
• to produce energy
• to produce new living things

I have parachute like structures. What is likely my dispersal method?

• wind
• water 
• animals
• explosive action

I have hooks to cling to animal fur. What is likely my dispersal method?

• wind
• water 
• animals
• explosive action

A nice smell is an adaptation that __________________.

• helps the plant keep water inside the leaves.
• pokes animals that try to eat the plant.
• attracts pollinators to the plant.

My fruits have wings to move with wind . What is likely my dispersal method?

• wind
• water 
• animals
• explosive action

My pod splits open and seeds are thrown out with a force. What is likely my dispersal method?

• wind
• water 
• animals
• explosive action