Beavers: Characteristics and Habitats Quiz

What are two key characteristics of beavers?

• Long, sharp teeth and a flat, wide tail

• Short ears and a long nose

• Striped fur and long legs

• Curly hair and small eyes

Why were beavers nearly hunted to extinction?

• Because people wanted their pelts to make fur coats and hats

• Because they ate all the fish

• Because they made too much noise

• Because they could fly

What is a pelt?

• The skin of a dead animal with hair or fur on it

• A type of tree

• A kind of food

• A beaver’s home

What is a wetland?

• A special habitat created by beavers

• A dry desert

• A mountain peak

• A frozen lake

What type of animal is a beaver?

• A rodent

• A reptile

• A bird

• An insect

Why do beavers build dams in rivers and streams?

• To catch fish

• To create deeper bodies of water

• To find food

• To make noise

How do beavers protect themselves from danger in the water?

• They climb trees

• They run fast

• They dive underwater and hold their breath

• They make loud noises

How long can beavers hold their breath underwater?

• 1 minute

• 5 minutes

• 10 minutes

• 15 minutes

What is a lodge, as built by beavers?

• A pile of leaves

• A nest in a tree

• A big pile of sticks and mud

• A hole in the ground

Why do beavers build lodges after building a dam?

• To have a place to live

• To catch fish

• To store food

• To play games