Structure of Living Things

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

• to slap prey

• to slap predators

• to swim

• to burrow

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

• teeth

• claws

• tongue

• tail

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

• flat body

• arm-like jaws

• exoskeleton

• small size

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

• for a mate

• for exercise

• for fun

• none of the above

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

• protect from predators

• rainwater runs off

• makes leaf taste bad

• it just looks cool

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

• too big to be eaten

• scare predators away

• can be carried by wind

• contain lots of nutrients

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What function does this butterfly's wing structure provide?

• camouflage

• warmth

• extra nutrients

• ability to climb

Which is a disadvantage of an exoskeleton?

• protection from predators

• built-in waterproofing

• protection from falling rock

• vulnerability when growing

Which of these structures inspired a new type of swimsuit?

• mustard seeds

• shark skin

• fish scales

• butterfly wings

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

• lungs

• claws

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