Understanding Bears and Their Habitats

What kind of animal is a bear?

• A type of bird

• A mammal

• A fish

• An insect

How many different kinds of bears are there?

• 4

• 6

• 8

• 10

What helps bears find their food?

• Their sharp claws

• Their excellent sense of smell

• Their long tails

• Their big teeth

What do bears eat?

• Only plants

• Only animals

• Both plants and animals

• Only honey

What do bears do when it gets cold in winter?

• They fly south

• They hibernate

• They build big houses

• They change their fur color

What was the name of the earliest known bear?

• Ursavus elemensis

• Grizzly bear

• Polar bear

• Panda bear

Which animals are bears related to?

• Walruses, seals, and sea lions

• Dogs, cats, and wolves

• Monkeys, apes, and humans

• Birds, fish, and insects

Are koalas a type of bear?

• Yes, they are called koala bears.

• No, they are marsupials.

• Yes, they live in the same places as bears.

• No, they are a type of dog.

Do bears that live in cold places truly hibernate like some other animals?

• Yes, they sleep all winter without waking up.

• No, they take long naps but can wake up and move around.

• Yes, their bodies completely shut down.

• No, they stay awake all winter.

How do bears help the environment?

• They spread seeds and help control other animal populations.

• They build dams and create new rivers.

• They plant trees and grow food for humans.

• They clean up trash and pollution.