Adaptations and Survival

Which of the following are adaptations for cold weather?

• thick fur, big ears

• thick fur, body fat

• body fat, gills

• sleek shape, gills

Which of the following are adaptations for ocean animals?

• thick fur, big ears

• thick fur, body fat

• body fat, gills

• sleek shape, gills

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Which one of these is a behavioral adaptation?

• scaly skin

• sharp teeth

• hibernation

• camouflage

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When an organism matches the color, shape, and texture of the environment around it, it is showing protective _________________

• mimicry

• adaptions

• survive

• resemblance

Plants that are common in cold climates often have ________________ growing periods.

• slow

• shortened

• long

• fast

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The electric eel is a snake-like fish that lives in the Amazon River Basin of South America. The electric eel has an adaptation that allows it to produce up to a 600-volt electric shock. How does this adaptation help the electric eel to survive in its environment?

• The ability of the electric eel to produce an electric shock helps it to camouflage itself so that it may stay hidden from predators.

• The ability of the electric eel to produce an electric shock helps it to live on land.

• The ability of the electric eel to produce an electric shock helps it to attract resources to produce food and shelter.

• The ability of the electric eel to produce an electric shock helps it to fight off predators and fight for available resources.

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Ashley is identifying insects and finds a Camo Moth. This moth looks like a leaf and is able to easily blend in with its surroundings. Which of the following is a result of this ability?

• The Camo Moth needs less food.

• The Camo Moth need less energy.

• The Camo Moth has fewer offspring to care for.

• The Camo Moth has a greater chance of survival

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The cactus plant and the camel can both live in the desert. Water is very limited in the desert but yet, both the plant and the camel can survive long periods of time without it. What is one way the cactus plant and the camel are similar?

• They don't need water at all.

• They go outside of the desert for water each day.

• They receive water from the constant rainfall in the desert.

• They have ways to store water for long periods of time.

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The jaguar is the largest cat in the Americas. it can live in forests, swamps, grasslands, and even deserts. Its fur serves as a camouflage in its environment. Which of the following best describes how its fur acts as a camouflage?

• The fur helps to keep it warm.

• The fur helps it to be noticed.

• The fur helps it blend in with its environment.

• The fur serves as protection to the internal organs.

The desert is a harsh environment with high temperatures and very little precipitation. Which adaptation does NOT help an organism live in the harsh desert climate?

• The ability to store water.

• The instinct to sleep during the day.

• The ability to use gills to take in oxygen.

• The ability to compete for water.

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