Life Science Study Guide

What do all organisms have in common?

• They can fly

• They are made of matter

• They live in water

• They have wings

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What marks the beginning of every life cycle?

• Birth

• Adolescence

• Reproduction

• Death

Why is reproduction important for living things?

• It helps them grow

• It changes their color

• It allows the species to continue to exist

• It makes them stronger

Which living thing has a life cycle that can last over 5,000 years?

• Bacteria

• Blue whales

• Male drone ants

• Some types of pine trees

What happens to a tadpole during its life cycle?

• It learns to fly

• It develops arms, legs, and lungs to breathe.

• It becomes a bird

• It loses its ability to swim

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What do plants use to make their own food?

• Soil only

• Sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide

• Food from animals

• Water only

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What is the process called where plants make their own food?

• Respiration

• Germination

• Photosynthesis

• Digestion

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Which part of a butterfly helps it to drink nectar from flowers?

• Wings

• Legs

• Antennae

• Proboscis

What are adaptations in animals mainly for?

• To make them look attractive

• To help them survive and protect from predators

• To help them play

• To make them grow faster

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Which of the following is NOT an example of an adaptation?

• Body part

• Color

• Playing

• Behavior

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