High Five Facts - Apatosaurus

The video provides an overview of the Apatosaurus, a sauropod dinosaur known for its massive size and long neck. Discovered by Othniel Charles Marsh in 1877, it lived during the Late Jurassic period, primarily in North America. The Apatosaurus was a herbivore, feeding on plants and using stones to aid digestion. It likely traveled in herds and had a lifespan of over 100 years. Its long neck helped it reach high vegetation, while its tail served as a defensive tool. The video concludes with a discussion of its physical characteristics, including its height, small head, and egg-laying reproduction.

Which group of dinosaurs does the Apatosaurus belong to?

• Sauropods

• Theropods

• Ceratopsians

• Ornithopods

During which geological period did the Apatosaurus live?

• Triassic

• Jurassic

• Cretaceous

• Permian

What was the primary diet of the Apatosaurus?

• Insects

• Fish

• Plants

• Small mammals

How did the Apatosaurus aid its digestion?

• By fermenting food in its stomach

• By swallowing small stones

• By chewing food thoroughly

• By using sharp teeth

What was the purpose of the Apatosaurus's long tail?

• To store fat

• To help in swimming

• To attract mates

• To use as a whip-like weapon