Science Week 12: Surviving in a Group

Study the image.

Why are the animals crossing the river as a group?

• it is fun to play together in the water

• everyone wants to be the first across

• to avoid being attacked by crocodiles

• because some do not know how to swim

Why do some species share responsibility for raising offspring?

• There is a higher success rate of offspring becoming adults.

• The adults are lazy and do not want to work.

• There is not enough food for everyone to eat.

• Because offspring are too active for adults to handle alone.

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A group of musk oxen form a circle and attack oncoming wolves. What is this called?

• passive protection

• active protection

• predator protection

• circle protection

Which image is more likely to attract a predator?

• A

• B

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What is a benefit of working together?

• The work is harder.

• The problem is more complex.

• The solution is more difficult.

• The job is done quicker.

Study the table.

Explain why African dogs are more successful than a leopard. Check all that apply. (short answer question)

• dogs work together in a group

• work together to chase and catch their prey

• leopard works alone and can't rely on help

• They are not more successful.

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Match the cause to its effect.

Whales take turns eating.

• Many offspring survive to adulthood.

• Hunting success rate increases.

• Females find mates more easily.

• All get enough to eat.

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Match the cause to its effect.

Grouse come together during mating season.

• Many offspring survive to adulthood.

• Hunting success rate increases.

• Females find mates more easily.

• All get enough to eat.

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Match the cause to its effect.

Prairie dogs share responsibilities.

• Many offspring survive to adulthood.

• Hunting success rate increases.

• Females find mates more easily.

• All get enough to eat.

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Match the cause to its effect.

Lions hunt in a group.

• Many offspring survive to adulthood.

• Hunting success rate increases.

• Females find mates more easily.

• All get enough to rest.

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