Animal Traits and Natural Selection Quiz

Which animal sheds its own skin?

• Bear
• Snake
• Shark
• Bird

A tiger's fur is striped to ________.

• Keep them warm
• Help him hide in tall grass
• Help them run faster
• Keep insects off 

Why do polar bears have black skin and hollow fur?

• absorb sun to trap heat

• they are used as a cooling tool

• camouflage

• aides in sensing danger

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Which animal uses its long neck to reach leaves high up in trees?

• Giraffe

• Elephant

• Zebra

• Lion

How do camels survive in the desert?

• By living in trees

• By eating only meat

• By running very fast

• By storing water in their humps

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What adaptation helps owls hunt at night?

• Sharp claws

• Colorful feathers

• Excellent night vision

• Long tails

Which adaptation helps penguins stay warm in cold climates?

• Large ears

• Sharp teeth

• Long necks

• Thick layer of blubber

What special feature allows chameleons to blend into their surroundings?

• Changing skin color

• Fast running speed

• Sharp claws

• Long tails

Which animal uses webbed feet to swim efficiently in water?

• Rabbit

• Monkey

• Horse

• Duck

Which adaptation helps a woodpecker find food in trees?

• Webbed feet

• Long, sticky tongue

• Thick fur

• Large ears

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