5.10A Adaptations 3

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Many desert plants, like the Mesquite Tree shown below, have small, thin leaves. How does this structure most likely help them survive in their desert ecosystem?
The small leaves gather more sunlight for photosynthesis.
The small leaves prevent water loss through transpiration.
The small leaves attract insects for pollination.
The small leaves allow for more absorption of water in the dry desert.
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NGSS.MS-LS1-5
NGSS.MS-LS2-1
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The Monarch Butterfly, with its bright orange and black coloring, signals to predators that it is toxic. The Viceroy Butterfly is harmless, but its similar coloring provides it with protection. This is an example of what type of adaptation?
Camouflage
Migration
Mimicry
Hibernation
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Organisms have many different ways to protect themselves. Which example below is a structural adaptation used for protection against predators?
A porcupine has long quills.
Prairie dogs whistle when they hear danger.
Black bears hibernate in winter.
Hummingbirds migrate to Mexico in winter.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In the spring, many birds build nests like the one shown here. They build these nests to –
collect food
survive the heat
protect their eggs
migrate south
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NGSS.MS-LS1-4
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The diagram below shows an Ostrich. They are the largest bird and live in the grasslands of Africa. Four body structures have been labeled. Which body structure allows the Ostrich to run up to 40 miles per hour?
Long neck
Wing
Powerful legs
Claw
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The diagram below shows an Ostrich. They are the largest bird and live in the grasslands of Africa. Four body structures have been labeled.
Which body structure is a weapon against predators?
Long neck
Wing
Powerful legs
Claw
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Baby deer (fawns) have spotted coats. This allows them to be camouflaged in the –
desert
forest
grasslands
city
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NGSS.MS-LS4-4
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