Structures and Functions/Traits Review

A number of plants that live on the rain forest floor have

developed extra-large leaves. This is an adaptation to what

special characteristic of their environment?

• Many Insects

• Little Sunlight

• Heavy Rainfall

• Warm Climate

The diagram shows some adaptations of a Galapagos tortoise.

Which of the following adaptations of the tortoise helps it avoid animals that would eat it?

• Long neck

• Egg Laying

• Long lifespan

• Hard Shell

Which structural adaptation of a mountain goat would be an

advantage for moving around on rocky ground?

• Hard hooves

• Sharp horns

• Thick fur

• Big ears

Animals that live deep in the ocean must adapt to special conditions.

Which of these could be helpful for an organism that lives in the deep ocean?

• Large ears

• Thin skin

• Strong bones

• Small eyes

Which of these birds has a beak adapted to scooping fish from the water?

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Colorful flowers with a sweet smell help some plants meet their

needs in their habitat because they will be better able to–

• Attract insects

• Collect sunlight

• Survive the cold

• Absorb rainwater

How does the giraffe's long neck help it survive in the African

grasslands? This structure functions to help the giraffe–

• Run very quickly

• Reach tree branches

• Drink from ponds

• Hide from predators

A snowshoe hare has many structural adaptations that help it

survive in its environment.

Which adaptation of the snowshoe hare provides warmth and

camouflage in its cold and snowy environment?

• Long, flexible ears

• Large, brown eyes

• Thick, white fur

• Wide, strong feet

The bright, red color of the male cardinal is a structure that helps

it–

• Hide from predators

• Find the food it eats

• Absorb sunlight for warmth

• Look attractive to females

Tigers are excellent predators. To survive, they hunt and eat other animals in their environment. All of the following characteristics of a tiger help it to be an

effective predator EXCEPT–

• Sharp teeth and claws

• A think coat of fur

• Powerful jaws and limbs

• Good eyesight and hearing