Life Science Review

Which of the following would protect a plant from being eaten?

• Large flowers

• Deep roots

• Sweet fruit

• Sharp thorns

What structure on a rabbit helps it survive in a cold climate?

• Thick fur

• Brown eyes

• Long tail

• Strong claws

Having large eyes might help an organism survive in what type of environment?

• Windy

• Wet

• Cold

• Dark

Which adaptations most likely help a plant survive in a dry environment?

• Deep roots

• Large leaves

• Red flowers

• Sour fruit

Based on its adaptations, a mole cricket is best adapted to what living conditions?

• Flying long distances

• Swimming in the ocean

• Burrowing underground

• Climbing tall trees

The anole lizard can change the color of its skin to match its surroundings. Changing its skin color —

• allows the lizard to sleep at night

• helps the lizard find water and food.

• keeps enemies from seeing the lizard.

• warns animals to avoid the lizard.

Some plants, such as a cactus, are covered with sharp spines. How do these structures help the cactus survive?

• They protect the cactus from animals that eat it.

• They let the cactus get water from the ground.

• They allow food to pass into the cactus stem.

• They provide shade and shelter for the cactus.

Which animal’s foot is best adapted for catching and holding prey?

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The polar bear lives in cold, snowy environments. Which of the following characteristics of the polar bear is an adaptation to help keep it warm?

• Sharp teeth and claws

• Thick fur and layers of fat

• Large paws and strong legs

• White color and short tail

Anteaters eat mostly ants and termites that live in tall mounds made of dirt. Which part of an anteater’s body is most useful in getting food?

• Short, stubby ears

• Stiff, straw-like hair

• A thick, powerful tail

• A long, sticky tongue