Innate and Learned Behaviors in Animals

At night, moths travel toward light. Which type of behavior does this describe?

• habituation
• imprinting
• innate behavior
• learned behavior

A ______ is a behavior that does not need to be learned. 

• Need
• Energy
• Instinct
• Sunlight 

A behavior that is developed by observing others or by being taught is a 

• learned behavior 
• inherited trait
• adaptation 
• function

A bear sleeps for long periods of time to escape the harshness of winter.  

• learned behavior
• inherited behavior

A dog playing fetch is an example of?

• inherited trait
• learned behavior 

A plant leaning towards the sun

• inherited trait
• learned behavior 

Having blue eyes like mom

• learned behavior
• inherited trait 

Riding a bike

• inherited trait
• learned behavior 

Having dark hair like dad 

• learned behavior
• inherited trait 

Which is an example of a learned behavior? 

• Blue eyes
• Being upset
• Speaking English 
• Having freckles