Symbiotic Relationships

Why are symbiotic relationships important in ecosystems?

• They provide entertainment for humans.

• They help maintain balance and support survival.

• They always involve animals.

• They only occur in the ocean.

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In a parasitic relationship, how does the host typically feel?

• Helped

• Unaffected

• Harmed

• Mutually benefited

Which of the following best describes mutualism?

• One species benefits while the other is harmed.

• Both species benefit from the relationship.

• One species benefits while the other is unaffected.

• Both species are harmed.

What do bees do that benefits cactus flowers in the desert?

• Protect them from herbivores

• Provide them with shelter

• Pollinate their flowers

• Clean their leaves

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Which word means a close relationship where at least one organism benefits?

• Adaptation

• Ecosystem

• Symbiosis

• Predator

What adaptation helps ticks stay attached to their hosts?

• Sharp teeth

• Strong legs

• Sticky mucus

• Specialized mouthparts

Name the symbiotic relationship in which both individuals benefit. Answer with 1 word only.

• Mutualism
• Symbiotic

• Commensalism

• Parasitism

Which type of symbiotic relationship is represented by cats and fleas?

• Mutualistism

• Parasitism

• Commensalism

• Competition

As buffalo move around in a field, they disturb the ground and stir up insects. Cattle egret are birds that live with the buffalo and eat the insects disturbed by it. The buffalo are unaffected by the presence of the cattle egret. Which type of symbiotic relationship is shown between cattle egret and buffalo?

• Mutualism

• Parasitism

• Commensalism

• Competition

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What kind of symbiotic relationship do whales and barnacles share? Barnacles attach to the whale for a free ride, and the whale is not affected.

• Commensalism

• Parasitism

• Predation

• Mutualism