Understanding Life Science: Plants, Animals, and Humans

Which of the following is a similarity between plants and animals?

• Both can move from place to place

• Both require water to survive

• Both produce oxygen

• Both have the ability to cook food

What is a major difference between plants and animals?

• Animals can grow but plants cannot

• Plants produce their own food through photosynthesis, whereas animals cannot

• Only animals need sunlight to survive

• Plants do not need water to survive

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In what way are humans similar to other animals?

• Humans can photosynthesize

• Humans have fur or feathers

• Humans breathe oxygen

• Humans lay eggs

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Which of the following is a similarity between all living organisms, including plants and animals?

• All have the ability to speak

• All have leaves

• All require nutrients to survive

• All live in water

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Which characteristic is common to both plants and animals?

• Ability to fly

• Having a nervous system

• Growth

• Producing fruits

How do humans and animals alike use their senses?

• To perform photosynthesis

• To communicate with plants

• To interact with their environment

• To create shelter

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What is a unique feature of animals compared to plants?

• Need for sunlight

• Ability to move voluntarily

• Absorption of carbon dioxide

• Production of flowers

Which of the following is a way in which humans are different from plants?

• Need for water

• Ability to think and solve complex problems

• Growth

• Cellular structure

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What do both plants and animals need to survive?

• Wheels

• Electricity

• Water

• Cell phones

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What is a common need for all living organisms, including plants, animals, and humans?

• Ability to fly

• Need for electronic devices

• Need for water

• Ability to live underwater

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