Exploring the 6 Characteristics of Life

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of living things?

• Made of cells

• Grow and develop

• Respond to the environment

• Do not reproduce

What is likely to happen if you poke a cat?

• It will disappear

• It will respond by moving or biting

• It will turn into a pizza

• It will stay still

Which of the following is an example of growth and development in living things?

• A pizza getting cold

• A car getting old

• A plant growing taller

• A rock changing shape

What is the basic unit of structure and function in living things?

• Tissues

• Cells

• Molecules

• Atoms

How do living things reproduce?

• By splitting into two

• By staying the same

• By changing color

• By moving to a new place

What is the process called that maintains a stable internal environment in living things?

• Metabolism

• Homeostasis

• Photosynthesis

• Respiration

Why is homeostasis important for living things?

• It makes them respond to the environment

• It allows them to reproduce

• It keeps their internal environment stable

• It helps them grow

What do living things consist of that is large and complex?

• Large complex molecules

• Simple molecules

• Tiny particles

• Small atoms

Which of the following is NOT a function of complex chemistry in living things?

• Carrying out life functions

• Staying inactive

• Undergoing chemical changes

• Maintaining a stable internal environment

Which characteristic is NOT necessary for something to be considered alive?

• Being made of cells

• Being inanimate

• Growing and developing

• Responding to the environment