Arctic Quiz

What is the Arctic?

• A hot desert

• A cold, windy area around the North Pole

• A tropical rainforest

• A dry savanna

(a)   are mentioned as living in the Arctic.

• Lions, tigers, and bears
• Elephants, giraffes, and zebras
• Walrus, polar bear, and snowy owl
• Kangaroos, koalas, and emus

_____ covers the ground in the Arctic for much of the year.

What happens to a walrus's skin when it is cold?

• It turns blue

• It turns white

• It turns green

• It turns yellow

What color does a walrus's skin turn when it is warm again?

• Blue

• Green

• Pink

• Yellow

What is a habitat?

• A type of food

• A place where animals live

• A kind of weather

• A type of plant

What additional layer do polar bears have under their skin?

• Feathers

• Scales

• Blubber

• Wool

What is the bottom layer of a snowy owl's feathers called?

What does the outer layer of a snowy owl's feathers do?

• Makes the owl colorful

• Keeps the owl dry

• Protects against strong wind

• Helps the owl fly faster

Where might a snowy owl hide during strong winds?

• In a tree

• Behind a pile of snow or rocks

• Underwater

• In a cave