Animal Adaptations Quiz

What is a structural adaptation?

• A structural adaptation is a physical feature or behavior that helps an organism survive in its environment.

• A structural adaptation is a genetic mutation that occurs in an organism.

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Which of the following is an example of a structural adaptation?

• Stripes on a zebra

• Long neck of a giraffe

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What is a behavioral adaptation?

• A behavioral adaptation is a learned behavior that is passed down from generation to generation.

• A behavioral adaptation is a change in behavior that helps an organism survive and reproduce in its environment.

Which of the following is an example of a behavioral adaptation?

• Migration

• Mutation

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What is the purpose of camouflage?

• To stand out and attract attention.

• To blend in with the surroundings and avoid detection or recognition.

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What is the purpose of mimicry?

• To confuse predators

• To gain a survival advantage

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Which of the following is an example of mimicry?

• A harmless butterfly that has evolved to look like a poisonous butterfly

• A bird that has evolved to look like a flower

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What is the purpose of hibernation?

• To migrate to warmer climates

• To conserve energy during extreme cold or food scarcity.

What is the purpose of migration?

• The purpose of migration is to seek better opportunities, stability, or improved living conditions.

• The purpose of migration is to experience different cultures and lifestyles.

Which of the following is an example of migration?

• Birds flying south for the winter

• Bees pollinating flowers