Georgia Habitats

1. Which region of Georgia do we live in?

• Coastal Plains

• Mountains

• Piedmont

• Swamp

What adaptation does a gopher tortoise have to build its burrow?

• Excellent eyesight

• Front legs shaped like a shovel

• Hard shell

• Thick skin

Why is the gopher tortoise considered a “keystone species” in the Coastal Plains?

• It is the most commonly spotted animal

• It produces the most offspring

• It shares its home with over 300 other species

• It is a reptile

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How is fire helpful to the longleaf pine in the Coastal Plains?

• It gets rid of competition and helps the tree thrive in its environment

• It helps the tree grow faster

• It produces more trees

• Fire is not helpful to the longleaf pine

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Brasstown Bald, the highest peak in Georgia is located in the ___________ region.

• Coastal Plain

• Mountain

• Ocean

• Swamp

Why does a white tailed deer’s fur change colors throughout the year?

• To blend in with its environment

• To be cooler during the summer

• To attract predators

• A white tailed deer’s fur never changes color.

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A hemlock tree grows well in the mountains because of the ___________ soil.

• Rocky

• Sandy

• Muddy

• Wet

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Which of the following is in the mountains region?

• Appalachian Plateau

• Ridge & Valley

• Blue Ridge Mountains

• All of the above

The alligator is perfectly designed to be a stealthy hunter. Why?

• His eyes, ears and nostrils are on top of his head.

• His tail makes him swim fast.

• He has extremely tough skin

• His teeth grow right in the place of the lost ones.

What adaptation does an alligator have that allows him to swim quickly?

• Long nails

• Flat head

• Webbed feet

• Thick neck