Plant and Animal Survival Quiz

What do plants need to grow?

• Water and air

• Sunlight and air

• Water and nutrients

• Sunlight and water

What is pollination?

• When plants absorb water from the soil

• When pollen from one flower reaches another flower

• When animals help plants grow

• When plants make their own food

Where do different plants and animals live?

• In different habitats

• In the same habitat

• In the ocean

• In the desert

What is an adaptation of desert plants?

• Large leaves to capture sunlight

• Thick fur to insulate against extreme temperatures

• Bright colors to attract mates

• Long roots to reach underground water sources

How do animals help plants?

• By spreading their seeds and fertilizing the soil

• By providing food and shelter

• By pollinating the flowers

• By absorbing nutrients from the soil

What is a special adaptation of rainforest animals?

• Hibernation during winter

• Thick fur and layer of blubber

• Long arms and strong tails

• Bright colors to blend in with surroundings

What do plants in a pond need to survive?

• Gills to extract oxygen from the water

• Special structures to absorb water and nutrients

• Thick waxy skin to retain water

• Long stems and broad leaves

What is a characteristic of ocean plants?

• Thick fur or feathers to insulate against extreme temperatures

• Streamlined bodies for fast swimming

• Absorb nutrients directly from the water

• Long roots or holdfasts to anchor themselves to the ocean floor

Why do plants and animals live in different places?

• Because they need specific things to survive

• Because they prefer different climates

• Because they like to explore new habitats

• Because they want to avoid other plants and animals

What is the main purpose of a food chain in a pond?

• To help plants make their own food

• To show the flow of energy from one organism to another

• To provide shelter for animals

• To protect animals from predators