Science Unit 10

Colorful flowers with a sweet smell help some plants meet their needs in their habitat because they will be better able to -

• attract insects

• collect sunlight

• survive the cold

• absorb rainwater

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NGSS.4-LS1-1

How does the giraffe's long neck help it survive in the African grasslands? This structure functions to help the giraffe -

• run very quickly

• reach tree branches

• drink from ponds

• hide from predators

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NGSS.MS-LS2-1

NGSS.MS-LS4-4

A snowshoe hare has many structural adaptations that help it survive in its environment. Which adaptation of the snowshoe hare provides warmth and camouflage in its cold and snowy environment?

• Long, flexible ears

• Large, brown eyes

• Thick, white fur

• Wide, strong feet

Tigers are excellent predators. To survive, they hunt and eat other animals in their environment. All of the following characteristics of a tiger help it to be an effective predator except–

• sharp teeth and claws

• a thick coat of fur

• powerful jaws and limbs

• good eyesight and hearing

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NGSS.MS-LS4-4

A child is able to speak Spanish. This is an example of a(n) _______. 

• Inherited Trait

• Learned Behavior

A dog has been taught to roll on command. This is an example of a(n) _______. 

• Inherited Trait

• Learned Behavior

A cat is born with black fur on its paws. This is an example of a(n) _______.

• Inherited Trait

• Learned Behavior

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NGSS.MS-LS4-4

A cactus has thorns. This is an example of a(n) _______. 

• Inherited Trait

• Learned Behavior

A dog runs to the kitchen when she hears a food bag open. This is an example of a(n) _______. 

• Inherited Trait

• Learned Behavior

Which animal is BEST suited for living in trees?

• Animal A

• Animal B

• Animal C

• Animal D