Tutoring 21/11

How do animals communicate?

• They use sounds
• They use telepathy
• They use body language
• They use smells

Why do animals use soft tones when they talk?

• To stalk their prey
• To avoid disturbing other animals
• To sound cute
• To avoid being heard by hunters

What sound does a cougar mother use to alert her cub?

• A whistle
• A roar
• A chirp
• A purr

How far can the roar of a lion travel?

• Up to five miles
• Up to twenty miles
• Up to ten miles
• Up to one mile

How do wolves use their howl?

• To find and gather their pack members
• To communicate with other wolf packs
• To intimidate their prey
• To express their emotions

What does a lead elephant use rumbles for?

• To communicate the direction to the rest of the herd
• To express happiness
• To locate water sources
• To warn other animals of danger

When do elephants trumpet?

• When they are surprised, scared, or angry
• When they are hungry
• When they are happy
• When they are tired

Why do whales need to communicate over a long distance?

• To find their way, find food, and find each other
• To impress potential mates
• To scare away predators
• To warn other sea creatures

What is notable about whale sounds?

• They can be as loud as a jet plane
• They are completely silent
• They can cause underwater earthquakes
• They can be heard all the way to space

Why is sound communication important for animals in the ocean?

• Sound travels faster in water than in air
• Animals in the ocean have poor eyesight
• Sound is the only way for animals in the ocean to communicate
• Sound is more efficient than other forms of communication in the ocean