Seed Dispersal Quiz

The purpose of seed dispersal is for the seeds to __________.

• a. germinate at the same time

• b. move to the same place and grow

• c. move further away from the parent plant

• d. compete with one another for minerals in the soil

Why it is better for seeds to be scattered far and wide?

• a. To provide shelter to other animals.

• b. For farmers to see which soil is good for the plants.

• c. For plants to have a better chance of growing healthier.

I have parachute-like structures. What is likely my dispersal method?

• a. Wind

• b. water

• c. animals

• d. explosive action

I have hooks to cling to animal fur. What is likely my dispersal method?

• a. Wind

• b. water

• c. animals

• d. explosive action

My fruits have wings to move with wind. What is likely my dispersal method?

• a. Wind

• b. water

• c. animals

• d. explosive action

My pod splits open and seeds are thrown out with a force. What is likely my dispersal method?

• a. wind

• b. water

• c. animals

• d. explosive action

State the characters ideal for dispersion by wind.

• a. Small, light and hair-like

• b. Small, light and sharp hooks

• c. Big, light and fibrous husk

• d. Big, light and explode

How do seeds primarily utilize wind for dispersal?

• a. Rolling on the ground

• b. Being carried by animals

• c. Floating on water

• d. Aiding in flight through specialized structures

• What adaptation helps seeds get dispersed by animals?

• • a. Being sticky

• • b. Being bright red

• • c. Having a hard shell

• • d. Having a furry coat

How are seeds usually adapted for dispersal by water?

• a. Having a hard, buoyant shell

• b. Being lightweight

• c. Having a colorful appearance

• d. Growing in clusters