The Deserts of Utah- Listening Quiz

Click on all the different habitats that are in the state of Utah.

• forests

• deserts

• oceans

• wetlands

Why is the jackrabbit unusual?

• The jackrabbit is a really tiny animal.

• The jackrabbit has a huge tail.

• The jackrabbit has huge ears.

• The jackrabbit is the fastest animal alive.

Why are a jackrabbit's ears important in the desert?

• The jackrabbit uses its ears to jump high.

• The jackrabbit uses its ears to stay cool.

• The jackrabbit uses its ears to talk with other animals.

• The jackrabbit uses its ears to find its prey.

How does the leopard lizard uses its legs and toes?

• The leopard lizard uses its legs and toes to grab heavy objects.

• The leopard lizard uses its legs and toes to hold tight onto cactuses.

• The leopard lizard uses its legs and toes to lift itself off the ground and stay cool.

• The leopard lizard uses its legs and toes to run as fast as the jackrabbit.

What animals like to eat leopard lizards?

• Jackrabbits

• Wolves

• Snakes

• Birds

Why does a cactus have sharp needles?

• The needles make the cactus look beautiful.

• The needles help the cactus catch prey.

• The needles help the cactus keep animals away.

• The needles help the cactus smell better.

Why are cactus roots only a few inches below the ground?

• This helps the cactus get water.

• This helps the cactus stay in place.

• This helps the cactus keep animals away.

• This helps the cactus from blowing away.