Woodpecker Behavior and Anatomy

Woodpecker Behavior and Anatomy

Assessment

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Biology, Science

6th - 10th Grade

Hard

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Mia Campbell

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Woodpeckers are beneficial to trees, preferring old or dead ones to feed on insects. Their anatomy allows them to withstand repeated impacts without harm, unlike boxers who suffer head injuries. This unique structure, including a spongy impact absorber, has inspired technological advancements. Woodpeckers also use sound to locate prey, showcasing their intelligence.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of trees do woodpeckers prefer to inhabit?

Evergreen trees

Fruit-bearing trees

Old or dead trees

Young and healthy trees

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do woodpeckers contribute to the ecosystem?

By spreading seeds

By controlling wood insect populations

By building nests for other birds

By pollinating flowers

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key difference between woodpeckers and boxers like Mohammad Ali?

Boxers have a more flexible neck

Boxers have a larger brain

Woodpeckers have a stronger beak

Woodpeckers have an impact absorber system

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many strikes can a woodpecker make in a second?

20 strikes

10 strikes

15 strikes

5 strikes

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What allows woodpeckers to strike trees for hours without injury?

Their lightweight body

Their strong claws

Their sharp eyesight

Their specialized anatomy

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the function of the spongy material in a woodpecker's head?

To absorb impact

To regulate temperature

To store food

To enhance their hearing

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the spongy material in a woodpecker's head compared to?

A rubber band

A spring

An air bag

A cushion

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