Exploring the Life Cycle of Plants

What is necessary for a seed to start growing?

• Darkness and cold

• Snow and fog

• Water, heat, and light

• Sand and ice

What does the plant stem do?

• Supports the plant and transports nutrients

• Attracts pollinators

• Produces seeds

• Absorbs sunlight

What is the role of leaves in a plant's life?

• To attract insects

• To provide shade

• To look pretty

• To produce food through photosynthesis

How do flowers attract pollinators?

• With their bright colors and strong smell

• By making sounds

• By producing heat

• By moving

What is the purpose of pollen?

• To scare away predators

• To make the flower look yellow

• To help flowers produce seeds

• To feed the bees

How can seeds be dispersed?

• By wind and water

• By staying close to the parent plant

• Through fire only

• Only by animals

What unique method do some plants use to disperse their seeds?

• By exploding

• By singing

• By glowing in the dark

• By jumping

Why is the plant life cycle important to farmers?

• For decoration purposes

• To predict weather

• To keep pests away

• For crop rotation and harvest planning

What can you do to observe plant growth?

• Sleep next to a plant

• Visit a desert

• Watch TV

• Grow your own sunflower

Which plants do not grow from seeds?

• Apple and avocado trees

• Ferns, mosses, and algae

• Sunflowers and daisies

• Roses and tulips