Winter Science Trivia

What is hibernation?

• Hibernation is a state of inactivity and metabolic depression in animals.

• Hibernation is a state of hyperactivity and increased metabolic rate in animals.

• Hibernation is a type of sleep that only occurs in bears.

• Hibernation is a process where animals migrate to warmer climates during the winter.

How cold does it have to be for water to freeze?

• 32 degrees

• 0 degrees

• -10 degrees

• 20 degrees

Which tree stays green in winter?

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What is sleet?

• Snow

• Rain

• A blizzard

• A mix of rain and snow

What is an adaptation of animals in winter?

• Animals adapt to winter by shedding their fur or feathers.

• Animals adapt to winter by building nests or burrows.

• Animals adapt to winter by growing thicker fur or feathers, hibernating, migrating to warmer areas, or storing food.

• Animals adapt to winter by eating less and conserving energy.

Mixture of water, dirt, and air.

• snow

• hoarfrost

• avalanche

• cornice

Which animals migrate in winter? (More than 1)

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Violent winter storm which combines freezing temperatures, strong winds, and blowing snow.

• blizzard

• snowstorm

• snow flurry

• snow squall

What is the purpose of hibernation for animals?

• The purpose of hibernation for animals is to escape from predators.

• The purpose of hibernation for animals is to exercise and stay active.

• The purpose of hibernation for animals is to socialize with other animals.

• The purpose of hibernation for animals is to conserve energy during periods of food scarcity or extreme cold weather.

What is the top speed reached by a bobsled on a modern course?

• 67 mph

• 156 mph

• 42 mph

• 80 mph