Vertebrates and Invertebrates Quiz

Butterflies, moths, and bees belong to the group of animals known as:

• Insects

• Mammals

• Birds

• Amphibians

Animals with an exoskeleton are typically:

• Vertebrates

• Invertebrates

• Amphibians

• Mammals

Birds are an example of:

• Mammals

• Invertebrates

• Amphibians

• Vertebrates

The presence of feathers is a characteristic of which vertebrate group?

• Mammals

• Amphibians

• Birds

• Fish

Which of the following is a vertebrate that can fly?

• Bat

• Butterfly

• Bee

• Worm

What is the primary characteristic that separates mammals from other vertebrates?

• Scales

• Fur or hair

• Feathers

• Gills

Starfish, sea urchins, and sea cucumbers are examples of:

• Invertebrates

• Vertebrates

• Mammals

• Reptiles

Frogs and toads belong to the group of animals known as:

• Fish

• Amphibians

• Reptiles

• Mammals

Turtles and tortoises are examples of:

• Birds

• Mammals

• Amphibians

• Reptiles

What is a defining characteristic of vertebrates?

• Presence of a backbone or spine

• No backbone or spine

• Exoskeleton

• Wings