Characteristics of fungi

These belong to a group of living things called______________.

• animals

• plants

• fungi

Is a mushroom green in color?

• Yes

• No

Fungi have many characteristics that plants have but they cannot make their own food.

• True

• False

Can all mushrooms be eaten?

• Yes, all kinds of mushrooms can be eaten.

• No, not all mushrooms can be eaten because some are poisonous.

Which example of fungi is good for us?

• Yeast

• mould growing on bread

Which mushroom is edible?

• 
• 

Do fungi feed on dead plants and animals?

• Yes

• No

Fungi are like animals, they can move freely and respond quickly to changes.

• True

• False

Some fungi attack living things and animals.

• True

• False

What are some examples of fungi?

• mammals, reptiles, fish, birds and insects

• fruits, vegetables, flowering plants and non-flowering plants

• yeast, mushrooms, mould and toadstools