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Adaptations Review

Total questions: 11

Worksheet time: 9mins

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1.

Which of the following does not represent a characteristic of hibernation?

a)

This adaptation allows animals to survive when food sources are scarce.

b)

This adaptation allows animals to be protected from predators.

c)

This adaptation allows animals to move to warmer places.

d)

This adaptation allows animals to conserve energy.

2.

Which statements describe how camouflage helps organisms to survive? Select all that apply.

a)

Predators use camouflage to sneak up on prey.

b)

Prey use camouflage to hide from predators.

c)

Organisms use camouflage to look like a dangerous animal.

d)

Organisms use camouflage to attract a mate.

3.

Species that are able to adapt to climate change so that they can reproduce for longer periods of time are more likely to _______________.

a)

become endangered

b)

become extinct

c)

hibernate

d)

survive

4.

How can blubber protect whales from predators?

a)

Blubber allows the whale to survive in very cold water, where no predators come.

b)

Blubber allows the whale to float near the top of the water, away from predators.

c)

Blubber allows the whale to go for longer periods of time without food so they can stay away from predators.

d)

Blubber provides a layer of protection from some predator's bites.

5.

Which of the following is not an adaptation that would help a shark survive?

a)

having a strong sense of smell

b)

having larger fins

c)

having eyes on opposite sides of the head

d)

having the ability to use camouflage

6.

Which is not an example of a physical adaptation that helps an organism to survive?

a)

A bird migrates south to find warmer temperatures.

b)

A duck has webbed feet to help swim better.

c)

The fur of a fox changes color with the season to provide camouflage.

d)

Many trees have large leaves to absorb sunlight.

7.

Which adaptation would help a plant survive in a dry climate?

a)

large broad leaves

b)

roots that grow deep into the ground

c)

brightly colored flowers

d)

thick stem that is able to store water

8.

An adaptation that can help an organism survive is the ability to find shelter in many different places.

a)

True

b)

False

9.

Cold blooded organisms warm up their body temperature by _____.

a)

burrowing underground

b)

laying in the sun

c)

hiding under a rock

d)

swimming underwater

10.

Which adaptation would help a plant survive in a rain forest.

a)

large broad leaves to absorb sunlight

b)

spines to protect the plant

c)

pine cones

d)

thick stem that is able to store water

11.

Which is not an example of a behavioral adaptation that helps an organism to survive?

a)

Monarch butterflies migrating south to find warmer temperatures.

b)

Bears hibernating during the winter when less food is available.

c)

A lizard using camouflage to blend in and hide from predators.

d)

A female mammal taking care of its babies.