Adaptations Review

Which of the following does not represent a characteristic of hibernation?

• This adaptation allows animals to survive when food sources are scarce.

• This adaptation allows animals to be protected from predators.

• This adaptation allows animals to move to warmer places.

• This adaptation allows animals to conserve energy.

Which statements describe how camouflage helps organisms to survive? Select all that apply.

• Predators use camouflage to sneak up on prey.

• Prey use camouflage to hide from predators.

• Organisms use camouflage to look like a dangerous animal.

• Organisms use camouflage to attract a mate.

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Species that are able to adapt to climate change so that they can reproduce for longer periods of time are more likely to _______________.

• become endangered

• become extinct

• hibernate

• survive

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How can blubber protect whales from predators?

• Blubber allows the whale to survive in very cold water, where no predators come.

• Blubber allows the whale to float near the top of the water, away from predators.

• Blubber allows the whale to go for longer periods of time without food so they can stay away from predators.

• Blubber provides a layer of protection from some predator's bites.

Which of the following is not an adaptation that would help a shark survive?

• having a strong sense of smell

• having larger fins

• having eyes on opposite sides of the head

• having the ability to use camouflage

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Which is not an example of a physical adaptation that helps an organism to survive?

• A bird migrates south to find warmer temperatures.

• A duck has webbed feet to help swim better.

• The fur of a fox changes color with the season to provide camouflage.

• Many trees have large leaves to absorb sunlight.

Which adaptation would help a plant survive in a dry climate?

• large broad leaves

• roots that grow deep into the ground

• brightly colored flowers

• thick stem that is able to store water

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An adaptation that can help an organism survive is the ability to find shelter in many different places.

• True

• False

Cold blooded organisms warm up their body temperature by _____.

• burrowing underground

• laying in the sun

• hiding under a rock

• swimming underwater

Which adaptation would help a plant survive in a rain forest.

• large broad leaves to absorb sunlight

• spines to protect the plant

• pine cones

• thick stem that is able to store water

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