Animal Adaptations Quiz

What is camouflage?

• A form of self-defense used by humans to avoid being seen.

• A technique used by photographers to capture hidden objects.

• A method used by animals to blend in with their surroundings.

• A type of clothing worn by hunters to hide from animals.

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Which of the following is an example of camouflage?

• A polar bear in the snow

• Chameleon changing its skin color

• A peacock displaying its feathers

• A lion hunting in tall grass

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What is mimicry?

• The act of creating a new behavior, appearance, or sound.

• The act of imitating or copying the behavior, appearance, or sound of someone or something else.

• The act of ignoring or avoiding someone or something else.

• The act of exaggerating or amplifying the behavior, appearance, or sound of someone or something else.

Which of the following is an example of mimicry?

• A dog that acts like a cat.

• A bird that imitates the call of another bird.

• A harmless snake that resembles a venomous snake.

• A flower that looks like a bee.

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Why do animals use camouflage?

• To blend in with their surroundings and avoid being detected

• To make it easier for predators to find and catch them

• To show off their unique colors and patterns

• To attract predators and increase their chances of being eaten

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Why do animals use mimicry?

• To communicate with other animals

• To find food

• To attract mates

• Survival and protection

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Which of the following is an example of protective coloration?

• Chameleon

• Peacock

• Giraffe

• Lion

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Which of the following is an example of structural adaptation?

• Long neck of a giraffe

• Hibernation of a bear

• Stripes on a zebra

• Webbed feet of a duck

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