Review

Which of the following is an adaptation that provides an advantage for an animal compared to other members of its species?

• A kangaroo rat has smaller legs and cannot jump as far as others.

• A giraffe has a shorter neck to eat leaves off trees.

• A hummingbird has a longer beak to drink nectar from longer flowers.

• A fish has bright colors that make it stand out in the school.

Which statement is an example of mimicry?

• A giraffe has a long neck to reach high leaves.

• An insect's body is shaped like a thorn.

• A lizard changes color to blend in with its environment.

• A skunk uses a strong odor to scare away predators.

A pet dog eats a lot of food and does not exercise. What will likely happen to the dog over time?

• It will eat less of its food.

• It will become overweight.

• It will find ways to exercise.

• It will find a new environment.

A desert jackrabbit can survive better with __________ ears.

• large
• Small

An organism that imitates another uses __________ to stay safe.

• community

• climate

• camouflage

• mimicry

When a bird flies south for the winter, it is ______.

• migrating

• hibernating

A polar bear's white fur is an example of camouflage.

• True

• False

Which is an example of camouflage?

• A moth that looks and acts like a hummingbird

• A bear that sleeps in a cave all winter long

• A colorful fish that lives among brightly colored coral

• An elephant that uses its large ears to fan itself

Which is an example of a desert plant adaptation?

• Does not photosynthesize year-round

• Loses its leaves in winter

• Has a long, woody trunk

• Has soft tissue to retain water

Which of the following statements is not true?

• A lizard that uses camouflage to hide in its environment is better adapted to hide from predators than other lizards.

• A cheetah that can run faster than its siblings is more likely to catch an antelope to eat.

• A peacock with brighter tail feathers than other peacocks can more easily find food.

• An elephant with large, healthy tusks is more attractive to a possible mate.