Reptile Characteristics and Facts

The video tutorial covers Unit 2, Lesson 9 on reptiles, introducing key vocabulary such as poisonous, inject, venom, and molt. It explains reptile characteristics, including being cold-blooded vertebrates, living on land and water, and laying eggs. The video highlights dangerous reptiles like the black mamba and other venomous snakes, discusses reptile skin and molting, and provides details on saltwater crocodiles. The lesson concludes with a transition to the next unit.

What does the term 'inject' mean in the context of reptiles?

• To remove fluid from the body

• To breathe air

• To force fluid into the body, usually by piercing the skin

• To digest food

Which of the following is a characteristic of reptiles?

• They have gills at birth

• They lay eggs on land

• They are warm-blooded

• They have feathers

Which snake is known as the deadliest in the world?

• Rattlesnake

• Copperhead

• Black Mamba

• Water Moccasin

What is a common misconception about snakes?

• They are slimy

• They have feathers

• They are warm-blooded

• They can fly

Which of the following reptiles is known for having a rattle on its tail?

• Black Mamba

• Rattlesnake

• Water Moccasin

• Copperhead

How do snakes shed their skin?

• By swimming in water

• In small pieces

• By rubbing against rocks

• In one big piece

What is the primary reason reptiles molt?

• To change color

• To attract mates

• To cool down

• To grow larger

Where are saltwater crocodiles primarily found?

• Australia and parts of Asia

• North America

• South America

• Europe

What is unique about the bite of a saltwater crocodile?

• It is only dangerous to fish

• It is 10 times stronger than a great white shark's bite

• It is weaker than a shark's bite

• It is painless

Which reptile is known for having the most powerful bite in the animal kingdom?

• Great White Shark

• Anaconda

• Komodo Dragon

• Saltwater Crocodile