Biome Plant and Animal Adaptations

The rainforest is very moist and receives much rain. 
Which plants will most likely survive in this kind of environment?

• plants with few roots
• plants with needles 
• plants with large leaves
• plants that grow close together

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Which feature of a rose helps it grow without being eaten by large animals?

• flowers with bright colors
• sharp thorns
• small seeds
• deep roots

The ears of this fox help it to live in the desert. What is the importance of the fox's ears?

• They allow the fox to hear better

• They prevent mating

• They allow for heat dissipation

• They trap heat for the fox

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An organism has thick white fur, a bushy tail, and short ears. It often burrows holes and curls into a ball for warmth. For which environment is this organism most likely adapted?

• Grassland
• Arctic Tundra
• Coniferous Forest
• Desert

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Grazing animals like bison are commonly found in which biome?

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Why are plants in the taiga and tundra darker in color?

• Plants in these regions are naturally lighter in color.
• Plants in the taiga and tundra are darker in color to absorb more sunlight for photosynthesis.
• Darker colors help them retain moisture.
• They are darker to repel insects.

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Which animal would not be adapted to live in the marine biome?

• Frog

• Dolphin
• Octopus
• Shark

Which biome requires plants to have shallow roots due to the layer of frozen ground beneath the soil?

(a)  

Which two terrestrial biomes are home to plants with long. deep roots that allow them to reach water and anchor themselves against wind? (Choose TWO)

• Tundra

• Savanna

• Temperate Deciduous Forest

• Grasslands

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The desert requires animals to be adapted to harsh living conditions. Which adaptations are necessary for a desert animals? (Choose all that apply)

• Nocturnal

• Thick skin

• Hibernation

• Venomous

• Streamlined bodies