Discovering Living Organisms

What is a living organism?

• A living organism is a biological entity that exhibits life, characterized by growth, reproduction, metabolism, and response to the environment.

• A living organism is a mechanical device that operates autonomously.

• A living organism is a non-biological entity.

• A living organism is a type of mineral.

Which of the following is a plant: a cat, a tree, or a rock?

• a car

• a bush

• a tree

• a dog

Can bacteria be considered living organisms?

• Bacteria are considered viruses and do not have cellular structures.

• Bacteria are only found in extreme environments and cannot survive elsewhere.

• Bacteria are not alive and are just chemical compounds.

• Yes, bacteria can be considered living organisms.

Name one characteristic that all living organisms share.

• All living organisms are composed of cells.

• All living organisms do not reproduce.

• All living organisms are made of rocks.

• All living organisms can fly.

Which of these is NOT a living organism: a fish, a cloud, or a bird?

• a cloud

• a tree

• a rock

• a flower

What do we call organisms that make their own food?

• Decomposers

• Heterotrophs

• Autotrophs

• Saprophytes

Is a virus considered a living organism? Why or why not?

• A virus is a living organism as it can metabolize nutrients.

• No, a virus is not considered a living organism.

• Viruses are considered living organisms due to their ability to evolve.

• Yes, a virus is a living organism because it can reproduce.

Name an example of a living organism that can fly.

• Dolphin

• Elephant

• Shark

• Eagle

What do we call animals that eat plants?

• Insectivores

• Omnivores

• Herbivores

• Carnivores

How do living organisms respond to their environment?

• Living organisms only respond to temperature changes.

• Living organisms do not respond to their environment at all.

• Living organisms respond exclusively through chemical reactions.

• Living organisms respond to their environment through sensory perception, behavioral changes, and physiological adjustments.