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Exploring Aquatic Reptiles and Amphibians

Total questions: 12

Worksheet time: 6mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which of the following is an example of an aquatic reptile?

a)

Salamander

b)

Sea turtle

c)

Frog

d)

Newt

2.

What adaptation allows crocodiles to see underwater?

a)

Webbed feet

b)

Nictitating membrane

c)

Gills

d)

Lateral line system

3.

Which amphibian is known for its ability to regenerate lost limbs?

a)

Toad

b)

Axolotl

c)

Snake

d)

Alligator

4.

Which of the following statements about amphibian skin is correct?

a)

It is covered in scales.

b)

It is dry and waterproof.

c)

It is moist and permeable to gases.

d)

It is covered in feathers.

5.

What is the primary method of respiration in adult frogs?

a)

Gills only

b)

Lungs and skin

c)

Book lungs

d)

Tracheal tubes

6.

Which of the following reptiles is fully aquatic throughout its life?

a)

Komodo dragon

b)

Green sea turtle

c)

Saltwater crocodile

d)

Marine iguana

7.

Which amphibian order includes salamanders and newts?

a)

Anura

b)

Caudata

c)

Gymnophiona

d)

Testudines

8.

What is the main difference between the eggs of reptiles and amphibians?

a)

Reptile eggs have a leathery or hard shell; amphibian eggs are jelly-like.

b)

Amphibian eggs are laid on land; reptile eggs are laid in water.

c)

Reptile eggs are always blue; amphibian eggs are always green.

d)

There is no difference.

9.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of amphibians?

a)

Cold-blooded

b)

Undergo metamorphosis

c)

Have scales

d)

Moist skin

10.

Which structure do tadpoles use for respiration before developing lungs?

a)

Spiracles

b)

Gills

c)

Trachea

d)

Book lungs

11.

Which of the following aquatic reptiles is known for its ability to excrete excess salt through specialized nasal glands?

a)

Alligator

b)

Marine iguana

c)

Box turtle

d)

Gharial

12.

Which amphibian is famous for its toxic skin secretions used as a defense mechanism?

a)

Bullfrog

b)

Poison dart frog

c)

Caecilian

d)

Terrapin