Vertebrate

Vertebrate

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Biology

6th - 9th Grade

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The video tutorial introduces vertebrates, animals with an internal skeleton and backbone, and explains their classification into five classes: mammals, reptiles, amphibians, birds, and fish. Each class is described with examples and characteristics. The video also touches on invertebrates, animals without a backbone, highlighting insects as an example. It concludes with a question encouraging viewers to think about why vertebrates typically grow larger than invertebrates.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary characteristic that defines a vertebrate?

Living in water

Having an internal skeleton and backbone

Being able to fly

Having an outer skeleton

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of mammals?

Being a member of vertebrates

Covered with fur or hair

Laying eggs with hard shells

Feeding young with mother's milk

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which class of vertebrates is known for having dry skin covered by scales?

Amphibians

Birds

Reptiles

Mammals

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key difference between vertebrates and invertebrates?

Vertebrates have an internal skeleton

Vertebrates have an outer skeleton

Invertebrates can breathe underwater

Invertebrates have a backbone

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why might vertebrates typically grow larger than invertebrates?

They are covered with scales

They have an internal skeleton that supports larger body sizes

They live in water

They have an outer skeleton