Predators and Prey Year 1

What is a predator?

• An animal that hunts and kills other animals for food

• A type of weather phenomenon

• A type of musical instrument

• A plant that produces its own food through photosynthesis

Give an example of a predator animal.

• Giraffe

• Lion

• Kangaroo

• Elephant

What is a prey?

• A type of predator that hunts other animals

• A plant that is eaten by other animals

• An animal that is kept as a pet

• An animal that is hunted and eaten by other animals

Give an example of a prey animal.

• Rabbit

• Lion

• Snake

• Elephant

How do predators catch their prey?

• Predators catch their prey by singing lullabies

• Predators catch their prey by using telekinesis

• Predators catch their prey by using their speed, agility, and hunting instincts.

• Predators catch their prey by asking politely

What is camouflage and how does it help prey animals?

• Camouflage helps prey animals by giving them the ability to fly away from predators quickly.

• Camouflage helps prey animals by making them stand out in their environment, making it easier for predators to spot them.

• Camouflage helps prey animals by making them emit a strong odor that repels predators.

• Camouflage helps prey animals by allowing them to blend in with their surroundings, making it harder for predators to spot them.

Name one adaptation that helps a predator catch its prey.

• Wearing bright colors

• Playing dead

• Using a loud voice

• Camouflage

Name one adaptation that helps a prey animal escape from predators.

• Loud noises

• Bright colors

• Camouflage

• Slow movement

Why is it important for the balance of nature to have both predators and prey?

• To make the environment more dangerous

• To reduce the population of predators

• To maintain the balance of the ecosystem

• To disrupt the natural balance of the ecosystem