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The Mimic Octopus

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

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Class
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1.

The mimic octopus imitates other fish for a very important reason:

a)

to protect itself from predators

b)

to protect itself from the environment

2.

The mimic octopus lives in

a)

Indonesia.

b)

Indiana.

3.

The mimic octopus is a master of

a)

disguise.

b)

Minecraft.

4.

The mimic octopus is the only known animal that can imitate _________ other animals

a)

two

b)

many

5.

Most octopuses protect themselves by using

a)

mimicking behaviors.

b)

camouflage.

6.

The mimic octopus digs a hole in the sand and buries itself except for its eyes and two arms so that it will look like a

a)

lionfish

b)

banded sea snake.

7.

The mimic octopus imitates a giant crab and might

a)

eat it.

b)

play dead.

8.

The mimic octopus plays dead by staying still and

a)

slowing its breathing.

b)

sticking its tongue out.

9.

Most researchers consider the mimic octopus to be

a)

intelligent.

b)

the biggest sea creature.

10.

Researchers report that octopuses can

a)

make decisions.

b)

solve problems and remember the solutions.

c)

make their way through mazes.

d)

use tools.