4th Grade Topic 7 Quick Check Review

The wind blows through the branches of a maple tree. Aaron sees small pieces from the tree fly into the wind. The pieces are about the size of his finger, and they move like tiny helicopters. Which part of plant reproduction does Aaron see happening?

• pollination

• germination

• seed dispersal

• seed production

A lima bean seed is planted in a garden outside. Which of the following is the correct order of the lima bean's life cycle?

• growth → germination → fertilization → pollination

• germination → pollination → fertilization → growth

• fertilization → growth → pollination → germination

• germination → growth → pollination → fertilization

The image shows a process that is important to plants. What is most likely happening in the drawing?

• The bee is bringing water to the plant.

• The plant is being pollinated by the bee.

• The plant is getting nectar from the bee.

• The bee is removing insects from the plant.

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Which process is needed for a plant that produces seeds to grow new plants in a different area?

• dispersal

• fertilization

• germination

• pollination

Which of the following is NOT a way flowers become pollinated?

• Butterflies

• Sneezing

• Birds

• Wind

What is the most important reason flowers have bright-colored and sweet-smelling petals?

• To make flower gardens and homes beautiful

• To create business for flower shops

• To attract bees and other animals that help with pollination

• To attract animals that eat flowers

Which of the following is NOT a way for seeds to be carried from one place to another?

• By people

• By sunlight

• By animals

• By wind

What would NOT represent an inherited trait for a plant?

• The shape of its leaves

• The color of its flowers

• If it receives enough rain

• The type of fruit it produces

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Which characteristic of rabbits is passed from the parent to its offspring?

• eating carrots from a person's hand

• hopping around flowers in a garden

• playing in the grass

• having large ears

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Which feature is likely to help plants live in a windy environment?

• thin seeds

• large leaves

• strong stems

• thick flowers