Structure of Living Things

Which of these is an example of a lizard's internal structure?

• lungs

• claws

What is the function of a monitor lizard's tail structure?

• to slap predators

• to swim

• to burrow

How might a very large seed structure help a plant survive?

• Can be carried by wind

• Contain lots of nutrients

• Scare predators away

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Which is a disadvantage of an exoskeleton?

• protection from predators

• vulnerability when growing

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What are these beetles using their horn structures to battle for?

• for a mate

• for exercise

• for fun

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Which of these is an external structure used by the lizard to dig and climb?

• tongue

• teeth

• claws

What structure on a whip spider helps it capture its prey?

• arm like jaws

• flat body

• exoskeleton

How do the zig-zag edges on a tea plant help it survive?

• rainwater runs off

• it looks cool

• leaf tastes bad

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What function does this butterfly's wing structure provide?

• warmth

• camouflage

• extra nutrients

Which of these structures inspired a new type of swimsuit?

• butterfly wings

• shark skin

• mustard seeds

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