1.6 Classifying Vertebrates

What is the main characteristic of vertebrates?

• They have feathers

• They have scales

• They have backbones

• They have fins

Which group of vertebrates lays eggs in water to reproduce?

• Fish

• Mammals.

• Birds

• Reptiles

Which vertebrate group has moist, smooth skin?

• Fish

• Birds

• Amphibians

• Reptiles

Which vertebrate group can control their own body temperature?

• Fish

• Birds

• Amphibians

• Reptiles

Which of the following is a characteristic of birds?

• Have scales

• Breathe through skin

• Lay eggs with hard shells

• Have fur

Which vertebrate group has four limbs and gives birth to live young?

• Fish

• Amphibians

• Reptiles

• Mammals

Which vertebrate group has fur and breathes air using lungs?

• Fish

• Amphibians

• Reptiles

• Mammals

Which of the following is a characteristic of mammals?

• Lay eggs

• Have feathers

• Give birth to live young

• Breathe through gills

Which group of vertebrates can fly?

• Amphibians

• Birds

• Fish

• Reptiles

Which vertebrate group has two legs and two wings?

• Fish

• Amphibians

• Reptiles

• Birds