Organisms and Adaptation

Which characteristic helps some animals defend themselves against predators?

• strong smell

• bad hearing

• weak eyesight

• shivering

The main function of a fish’s fins is to help the fish

• reproduce

• see

• breathe

• move

When ocean waters become too warm, some whales travel to colder water. This movement is an example of

• nest building

• hunting

• migrating

• hibernating

Which three things do animals need from their environment in order to survive?

• soil, water, and food

• soil, light, and water

• air, food, and water

• air, water, and light

Trees start as seeds and grow into mature trees that produce more seeds. This pattern represents a

• food chain

• life cycle

• food supply

• life span

The photograph below shows a cactus plant covered with sharp spines. How do the sharp spines on the cactus help it to survive?

• They absorb sunlight.

• They provide support for the plant.

• They keep animals away from the plant.

• They carry food to the flower.

Which is an example of a nonliving thing?

• bird

• insect

• dog

• water

The diagrams below show four rabbits. Which rabbit would have the best chance of survival in a snowy environment?

• A

• B

• C

• D

Which example shows an animal adapting to a environment change?

• a fox hunting rabbits

• a goose migrating south

• a dog chasing cats

• a bat flying at night

What happens to some animals as the seasons change from winter to summer in New York State?

• Their fur becomes thicker.

• Their fur color changes to white.

• They lose more fur.

• They begin to hibernate.