Amphibian Quiz Questions

What does the etymology of the word "amphibian" indicate about the nature of amphibians?

• They can live in multiple climates.

• They have the ability to fly.

• They live both on land and in water.

• They have a lifespan of two years.

Which of the following is a characteristic of amphibian skin?

• Dry and scaly

• Moist and smooth without claws or scales

• Covered in feathers

• Thick and leathery

Amphibians were the first tetrapods, evolving from which type of fishes?

• Cartilaginous fishes

• Ray-finned fishes

• Lobe-finned fishes

• Jawless fishes

What is the skin of amphibians primarily used for?

• Coloration only

• Protection from predators

• Gas exchange, water regulation, excretion, and defense

• Heat retention

Why must amphibian skin remain moist?

• To keep the skin from peeling

• To exchange gases

• For better movement

• To attract mates

What type of eggs do amphibians lay?

• Hard-shelled eggs

• Unprotected moist (gelatinous) eggs

• Dry and leathery eggs

• No eggs at all

What kind of environment do amphibians require for reproduction?

• Dry environment

• Wet environment

• Cold environment

• No specific environment

How do amphibians typically reproduce?

• Internal fertilization

• External fertilization

• Asexual reproduction

• Sporulation

What is the typical diet of amphibians?

• Herbivorous

• Carnivorous and Insectivorous

• Omnivorous

• Detritivorous

What type of blood is found in the heart of amphibians according to the diagram?

• Only oxygenated blood

• Only deoxygenated blood

• Mixed blood

• No blood