Study of Birds

What is the classic definition of a bird?

• A warm-blooded vertebrate with a covering of feathers

• A cold-blooded vertebrate with a covering of scales

• A warm-blooded vertebrate with a covering of fur

• A cold-blooded vertebrate with a covering of feathers

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What is the purpose of the shape of a bird's wing?

• To make the bird look more attractive

• To help the bird maintain flight

• To protect the bird from predators

• To help the bird swim better

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What is the function of the feathers of an emu?

• To help the emu fly

• To make the emu look more colorful

• To keep the emu warm in cold weather

• To block out the sun and repel water

What is the main reason why birds migrate?

• To avoid cold winter months

• To find better food sources

• To escape predators

• To find a mate

What is the purpose of the aluminum pie plate in the bird feeder?

• To collect rainwater for the birds

• To provide shade for the birds

• To scare away predators

• To hold the bird feeder in place

What is the main difference between a hummingbird and a homing pigeon?

• Hummingbirds can see infrared light, while homing pigeons cannot

• Homing pigeons have a magnetic compass in their heads, while hummingbirds do not

• Hummingbirds can fly faster than homing pigeons

• Homing pigeons have a larger attention span than hummingbirds

What is the primary function of a parrot's feathers?

• To help the parrot swim underwater

• To help the parrot fly long distances

• To attract a mate

• To keep the parrot warm in cold weather

What is the main reason why ostriches and penguins cannot fly?

• They have a heavy body structure, making it impossible to fly

• They have elongated legs, making it hard to lift off the ground

• They have short, fluffy, and waterproof feathers

• They have too many feathers, making it difficult to take off

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What is the purpose of the wire coat hanger in the bird feeder?

• To scare away predators

• To prevent the bird feeder from falling over

• To attract more birds to the feeder

• To provide a perch for the birds

What is the function of the funnel in the bird feeder?

• To collect rainwater for the birds to drink

• To prevent the bird seed from spilling out

• To make it easier to fill the bird feeder with seed

• To attract more birds to the feeder