Animal Classification Quiz

What are the two largest groups of animals?

• Mammals and birds

• Fish and amphibians

• Vertebrates and invertebrates

• Reptiles and insects

Which group of animals does not have backbones?

• Birds

• Mammals

• Invertebrates

• Reptiles

What are some examples of invertebrates?

• Octopus and squid

• Lions and tigers

• Dogs and cats

• Turtles and snakes

What characteristic do fish use to get oxygen from the water?

• Gills

• Lungs

• Fur

• Feathers

Which group of animals can live on land and in the water?

• Reptiles

• Amphibians

• Mammals

• Fish

How do amphibians lay their eggs?

• In the sand

• In the air

• Out of the water

• In nests

What type of skin do reptiles have?

• Moist skin

• Dry, scaly skin

• Fur

• Feathers

What is the main distinguishing feature of birds?

• Feathers

• Scales

• Fur

• Shell

What do all mammals feed their babies?

• Blood

• Nectar

• Water

• Milk

What is the only group of animals to have ears that stick out?

• Amphibians

• Fish

• Reptiles

• Mammals