Living Things

What do we call an organism made up of only one cell?

• multicellular
• unicellular
• tissue

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NGSS.MS-LS1-1

This is the smallest unit that carries out all life functions and processes.

• tissue
• organ
• cell

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NGSS.MS-LS1-1

NGSS.MS-LS1-2

To be considered a living thing, how many characteristics of a living thing are needed?

• All 6
• 4 or more
• At least 2

A cat gives birth to kittens.  Which characteristic?

• Grows & Develops
• Reproduces
• Responds to stimulus

A student eats breakfast before school. Which characteristic?

• Adapted to environment
• Obtains and uses energy
• Grows and develops

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NGSS.MS-LS1-7

People breathe in oxygen.  Which need?

• Gas Exchange
• Living space
• Water

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NGSS.MS-LS2-1

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

A bear lives in the forest.  If there is a forest fire, it will lose its home.  Which need?

• Enefrgy
• Homeostasis
• Living space

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NGSS.MS-LS2-4

A snake lies in the sun to get warm.  Which need?

• Gas Exchange
• Homeostasis
• Water

A dog barks when the doorbell rings.  Which characteristic?

• Responds to stimulus
• Cellular organization
• Obtains & uses energy

A tadpole becomes a frog.  Which characteristic?

• Adapted to environment
• Reproduces
• Grows & develops

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5