mp2 Science Benchmark

Why do animals live in groups?

• It is fun

• So they can work together to meet their needs.

• It is easier for scientist to study the animals

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Which of the following is a physical trait that is inherited

• A cat has orange fur

• A boy wearing a green t-shirt

• A girl wears a pink necklace

• A teacher wears a Candy Cane costume

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Why do dogs from the same parents have different markings on their fur?

• They eat different food

• They inherited a variation of traits from their parents

• They do not have the same parents or ancestors

• The nice ones are cuter

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Which statement about the plants is true?

• The color of the flowers depends on where the plant is planted.

• The type of leaves depends on where the plant is planted.

• The height of the plant depends on where the plant is planted.

• The location of the plant is an inherited trait

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What trait can you predict the offspring of these kittens have in common?

• Orange fur

• Red eyes

• big teeth

• green collars

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What relationship is shown in the chart?

• Horses with different names names run different amount of laps

• Horses that live in cooler temperatures run more laps

• horses that weight more run more laps

• Horses that live in cooler temperatures run less laps

Why might turtles live in groups? Select two correct answers.

• to reproduce

• to make a nest

• to change colors

• to stay safe from predators

based on the diagram, why might salmon in a fish farm have reddish/orange scales?

• They eat pellets

• They eat small fish and crustaceans

• They have 2 eyes

• They have fins

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