Inherited Traits and Learned Behaviors

Brown bears live in Alaska. Which adaptation best helps a brown bear survive in the cold weather of Alaska?

• brown fur

• strong jaws

• thick fur

• large claws

Some otters live in rivers and are very good swimmers. Which adaptation would most likely help an otter steer in the water while it swims?

• large tail

• short body

• small eyes

• fur color

According to the reading passage, flowers have bright colors to...

• make more pollen

• attract bees

• keep animals away that eat flowers

• make more seeds

Which inherited trait is least likely to help someone recognize you?

• your hair color

• your sense of smell

• your height

• your eye color

Which answer best defines inherited traits?

• the things an organism does

• behaviors that are learned

• a change an organism undergoes in order to survive

• characteristics passed down from parents to offspring

Which answer best defines learned behaviors?

• the things an organism does

• behaviors that are learned

• changes an organism undergoes in order to survive

• behaviors that are inherited

Which answer best describes a learned behavior for a dog?

• Running to his food dish when he hears his owner opening the dog food bag

• Barking

• Growling when he sees another animal

• Panting when it is hot outside

Which answer best explains why plants that live in shady areas have big, wide leaves?

• The leaves help to attract bees

• The leaves help plants soak up more water when it rains

• The leaves help the plants keep water inside when it is dry

• The leaves help capture more sunlight for photosynthesis

The seasonal movement of animals is called...

• hibernation

• migration

• dormancy

• a learned behavior

Which answer best defines adaptation?

• a change an organism undergoes in order to survive

• a behavior that is inherited

• a period in the life of an organism when growth and development temporarily stops

• a state of deep sleep