Plant Defense Mechanisms Quiz

What characteristic does the durian have for self-protection?

• Sharp thorns

• Bright color

• Thick skin

• Bitter taste

Which plant has spines on its skin and leaves?

• Pineapple

• Mango

• Banana

• Coconut

What do both durian and pineapple use for protection?

• Size

• Color

• Thorns

• Scent

What substance do jackfruit and papaya use for self-defense?

• Flowers

• Leaves

• Thorns

• Sap

Which plants have fine hairs on their leaves and stems for protection?

• Oak and maple

• Rose and tulip

• Coconut and palm

• Sugarcane and bamboo

How are mushrooms categorized?

• Edible and poisonous

• Sweet and sour

• Large and small

• Fresh and dried

What type of sap does the ornamental taro plant contain?

• Toxic

• Sweet

• Bitter

• Fragrant

What is the purpose of the sensitive plant (Mimosa pudica)?

• To protect itself

• To attract pollinators

• To grow faster

• To trap insects

What is a common feature of plants that protect themselves?

• They respond to stimuli

• They have larger leaves

• They grow taller

• They produce more flowers

What is the main function of the thorns on plants?

• To deter herbivores

• To produce seeds

• To attract insects

• To store water