Exploring Adaptations in Nature

Which of the following is an adaptation that helps camels survive in the desert?

• Long, sharp claws

• Thick fur

• Humps to store fat

• Brightly coloured feathers

What adaptation allows cacti to survive in dry environments?

• Large leaves

• Deep roots

• Thin stems

• Bright flowers

Which of these is an example of a behavioural adaptation?

• A bird's beak shape

• A bear hibernating in winter

• A fish's gills

• A kangaroo's pouch

How do the webbed feet of a duck help it in its environment?

• They help it climb trees

• They help it swim efficiently

• They help it dig for food

• They help it fly faster

Which plant adaptation helps prevent water loss?

• Large, flat leaves

• Thick, waxy coating on leaves

• Brightly coloured petals

• Long, thin stems

Compare the adaptations of a polar bear and a penguin. What do they have in common?

• Both have thick fur

• Both have blubber for insulation

• Both have long legs

• Both have sharp claws

Which of the following is a structural adaptation?

• A bird migrating south for the winter

• A chameleon changing colour

• A turtle's hard shell

• A squirrel storing nuts

How do the long necks of giraffes help them survive in their environment?

• They help them run faster

• They help them reach high leaves for food

• They help them swim

• They help them dig for water

Classify the adaptation of a fish's gills.

• Behavioural adaptation

• Structural adaptation

• Physiological adaptation

• Seasonal adaptation

Illustrate how a kangaroo's pouch is an adaptation.

• It helps them fly

• It helps them store food

• It helps them carry and protect their young

• It helps them swim