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WorksheetsAnimal Reproduction and Growth
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 1hrs 15mins
Which form of reproduction, in animals, is the most common on Earth?
Asexual
Sexual
Fragmentation
Vegetative propogation
Multiple factors influence the reproductive success of an animal. Select all that apply.
genetics
weather conditions
availability of food
protection from predators
Which type of reproduction produces the greatest amount of genetic variation in offspring?
Sexual
Asexual
Binary fission
Budding
Which type of reproduction involves two parents?
Asexual
Sexual
Fragmentation
Budding
Asexual reproduction would be the most favorable if the population had an opportunity to grow quickly?
True
False
In internal fertilization, fertilization occurs
inside of a protective capsule, like a cocoon.
inside the mother's body.
outside the mother's body.
it varies species to species
An example of a courtship behavior that can increase a male's reproductive success is
A male gorilla displays strength and vocalizations to females.
A group of birds flies to a new location with more food resources.
A chimpanzee learns to use a tool by watching another chimpanzee.
Male and female robins sit on their eggs to keep them warm until they hatch.
Which of these best describes successful animal behaviors?
They are only instinctive and genetic.
They are influenced by genes and experience.
They are beneficial for survival and reproduction.
They involve thinking, reasoning, and problem solving.
Which of the following does not describe a parenting behavior that increases reproductive success?
building a nest
feeding young regurgitated meat
staying nearby newly hatched offspring
genetic variation
Choose all of the factors that may influence the growth of an organism.
Inherited traits
predators
food supply
weather
Beneficial environmental conditions that affect animal growth include all of the following except
abundant food and water supply
clean air
fair weather conditions
genetic variation
Which of the following is NOT a courtship behavior?
birds dancing
penguins gifting pebbles
dogs digging
Birds building nests, elephants herding, and buffalo circling their young are all examples of...
protection
reproduction
courtship behaviors
social behaviors
What factors influence an animal's growth?
genetic factors only
environmental factors only
no factors
both genetic AND environmental
What is the purpose of animals mating?
to produce food
to produce offspring
to produce shelter
to produce social interactions
