Animal Classification Quiz

What is the main difference between vertebrates and invertebrates?

• Vertebrates have feathers, while invertebrates have fins

• Vertebrates have scales, while invertebrates have fur

• Vertebrates can fly, while invertebrates cannot

• Vertebrates have backbones, while invertebrates do not

Which of the following is an example of an invertebrate?

• Turtle

• Frog

• Octopus

• Snake

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

• Lungs

• Gills

• Fins

• Feathers

Which group of animals undergo metamorphosis?

• Reptiles

• Mammals

• Fish

• Amphibians

How can you tell if an animal is a reptile?

• It has dry, scaly skin

• It has feathers

• It has fur

• It has moist skin

What is the main characteristic that distinguishes birds from other animals?

• Wings

• Fur

• Scales

• Feathers

Which group of animals are the only ones to have ears that stick out?

• Fish

• Reptiles

• Birds

• Mammals

What do all mammals feed their babies?

• Nectar

• Eggs

• Milk

• Grass

What is the main difference between reptile eggs and bird eggs?

• Reptile eggs are laid in water, while bird eggs are laid on land

• Reptile eggs have hard shells, while bird eggs have soft shells

• Reptile eggs have soft shells, while bird eggs have hard shells

• Reptile eggs are small, while bird eggs are large

What is the main difference between amphibians and reptiles?

• Amphibians lay eggs, while reptiles give birth to live young

• Amphibians are warm-blooded, while reptiles are cold-blooded

• Amphibians can live on land and in water, while reptiles can only live in water

• Amphibians have feathers, while reptiles have scales