3.10 Adaptations, Traits, & Life Cycles

What is one attribute of an oak tree that can be inherited?

• A damaged trunk
• A green leaf
• A broken branch
• A torn leaf

An animal can change the color of its skin to blend in with its environment. How does this adaptation help the animal survive?

• it helps the animal stay cool
• it helps the animal find water
• it helps the animal hide
• it helps the animal stay warm

Which picture  shows a life cycle?

• cloud and sun
• fish
• plant, beetle, fish
• egg, chick, chicken

Which of these describes an inherited trait?

• A plant gets a lot of sunlight because it has been put in a sunny window
• A plant receives water twice a week
• A plant has a large red pot
• A plant has roots that grow in the soil

Cheetahs hunt animals like gazelles by chasing them down during the day. Which of the following traits best help the cheetah catch its prey?

• Having big eyes that help it see well in the dark
• Having a thick layer of fat to keep it warm
• Having large, broad feet that help it climb trees
• A.Having long, slender legs that help it run fast

Which is a trait that a puppy would NOT learn during its life?

• Playing with a ball instead of a pull toy
• Sitting on command
• Coming when called by name
• Having white fur with black spots

Which trait is inherited and shared by every member of the student's family?

• Handedness
• Ever broken a bone?
• Hair type
• Eye color

Which trait is NOT inherited?

• It has a small, curved beak.
• It can ring a bell by pecking it.
• It has four toes on each foot.
• It has wings and can fly.

Some plants like the cactus are covered with sharp spines. How do these structures help the cactus survive?

• They help the cactus get water
• They help the cactus get air
• They protect the cactus from being eaten
• They provide shade for the cactus

Anteaters eat mostly ants and termites that live in tall mounds made of dirt. Which part of a Giant Anteater’s body is most useful in getting foods?

• short, stubby ears
• a long, sticky tongue
• stiff, straw-like hair
• a long, powerful tail