Adaptations

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

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

• windy

• wet

• cold

• dark

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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?

• swimming in the ocean

• burrowing underground

• climbing tall trees

• flying long distances

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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

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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

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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 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

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