STAAR Review 9 - Adaptations and Life Cycles

Matching - Select the best answer.

• Adaptation

• The sequence of stages or changes in the life of an organism

• Lyfe Cycle

• A physical feature, like the shape of a body part, of an organism

• Functiotn

• A structure or behavior that helps an organism live and survive in a specific environment

• Structure

• The job that a structure performs that helps the organism survive.

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The prickly pear cactus can be found in South Texas. Which characteristic makes it suitable for living in the dry South Texas climate?

• The spines of the cactus attract animals.

• The flowers on top of the cactus continually bloom.

• The cactus has a long root system.

• The flowers attract many bees.

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Which statements describe the life cycles of both plants and insects? Select TWO correct answers.

• Both grow larger over time.

• Only mature adults can reproduce.

• Only plants have stages in their life cycle.

• Only insects have stages in their life cycle.

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Which statement does NOT describe how the body structures of these animals help them escape predators?

• Paws with long claws on flexible toes help them climb trees.

• Sharp teeth allow them to catch prey on land or in water.

• Long tails allow them to balance on branches in trees.

• Good eyesight helps them to see at night.

The leaves of two types of plants that live in different environments are shown in the pictures. The leaves of both plants have different structures. What differences in the structure of the leaves of these plants likely help them survive in their environments?

Select TWO correct answers.

• The pan-like shape of the giant water lily leaves helps them catch rainwater.

• The broad shape of the giant water lily leaves helps them stay on the water surface.

• The slim shape of the mesquite leaves helps them prevent water loss.

• The slim shape of the mesquite leaves helps them avoid hervivores.

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