Adaptations and Survival Quiz

What is an adaptation? For example, how do animals like polar bears survive in the Arctic?

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During a nature walk, Luna and Henry observed ducks in a pond. What external feature helps ducks move through water and swim more quickly to catch prey?

• Wings

• Sharp beaks

• Scales

• Webbed feet

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Sophia and Mia are studying animal adaptations. Match the following external structures with their benefits:

• Allows birds to travel great distances and escape ground predators

• Protects animals and helps regulate body temperature

• Help animals move through water and swim faster

• Easier to catch prey and defend themselves

During a science experiment, Mia and William measured the distance between the crests of ocean waves. What is this distance called?

• The horizontal distance between crests

• The top of the wave

• The number of waves that pass a point in time

• The middle point of the wave

During a science experiment, Mason noticed a glass of water moving across the top of the speaker. What causes this movement?

• The speed of sound

• The length of the trough

• The vibrations

• The volume of sound

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James and Olivia are studying how bats and dolphins communicate. How do bats and dolphins communicate?

David and Maya are in a science class learning about sound. How is sound measured?

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Noah and Charlotte observed that bees and butterflies are:

• predators

• prey

• pollinators

• drones

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Aria observed a bird dancing with its feathers ruffled. What is the bird most likely doing?

• fighting a predator

• sensing magnetic currents

• finding food

• attracting a mate

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Why would a bug mimic a twig when sitting on a branch in Arjun's garden?

• fighting predators

• hiding from a predator

• finding food

• attracting a mate

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