Animal Adaptations

What does it mean when a plant adapts?

• It grows on the rainforest floor or under water.

• It changes to better fit in its environment.

• It dies and then grows back again.

• It stops growing.

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How long does an adaptation usually take?

• centuries

• a few minutes

• a couple of days

• 3 months

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A species has physical adapted by using camouflage. Which one is TRUE?

• The species has hibernated to avoid predators.

• It has thick fur to keep it warm.

• It blends in with its surroundings to avoid predators.

• It has bright colors to attract predators.

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What is another term for inherited behaviors that do not need to be learned.

• natural selection

• instinct

• camouflage

• hibernation

Why do some organisms, such as butterflies, have bright colors?

• To warn predators that they are poisonous.

• So that they can fly long distances.

• So they can sleep through the winter.

• To attract predators.

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What is the goal of both physical and behavioral adaptations?

• to end the survival of the weaker animals

• to make the animal or plant colorful

• so the environment has a variety of organisms

• to help the plant or animal to survive in the environment

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What is one example of a bird that has adapted for swimming?

• a duck has webbed feet

• robin has an orange chest

• blue jay's beak

• eagle has talons

What is the benefit of a ducks feathers and webbed feet?

• They can survive the cold and snowy winters.

• They are colorful and look nice.

• They help the duck survive near water.

• Predators are attracted to them.

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Why do hummingbirds and cardinals have different beak structures?

• They can fly long distances.

• They can attack predators.

• Their beaks have adapted to the food they eat.

• They can hide in their environment.

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What physical adaptations do rabbits have that helps it survive better in its environment.

• short front legs, longer back legs, white tail

• corse fur, pink nose, buck teeth

• blue eyes, white fur, black toe nails

• strong hind legs, long ears, brown fur

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