Symbiosis (Mutualism) Project Quiz

What is the definition of mutualism?

• A relationship where one organism benefits and the other is harmed

• A relationship where both organisms benefit

• A relationship where one organism benefits and the other is unaffected

• A relationship where organisms compete for the same resource

Which of the following is an example of mutualism?

• A lion hunting a zebra

• A bee pollinating a flower

• A snake eating a mouse

• A fox competing with a wolf for food

Why is mutualism important in ecosystems?

• It increases biodiversity by fostering cooperation between species.

• It decreases competition and eliminates predators.

• It prevents natural selection from occurring.

• It reduces the population of herbivores.

When designing your organisms for the project, what is the first step?

• Writing the mutualism story

• Building the 3D model

• Sketching the organisms and their adaptations

• Choosing the colors for the organisms

Match the following adaptations with their corresponding usefulness in a desert ecosystem.

• Facilitates movement in aquatic environments

• Large leaves to collect sunlight

• Helps avoid predators in a forest

• Brightly colored fur to blend in with trees

• Essential for survival in arid conditions

• The ability to store water in their bodies

• Maximizes photosynthesis in shaded areas

• Webbed feet to swim through water

What should the mutualism story describe?

• a) The physical appearance of the organisms only

• b) The environmental challenges the organisms face

• c) How both organisms benefit from their mutualistic relationship

• Both b and c

What is the purpose of creating a video as part of the project?

• To showcase creativity through storytelling and explanation

• To replace the written story

• To provide extra credit opportunities

• To avoid presenting in class

How are students assessed on this project?

• Based only on the creativity of their models

• Based only on the written story

• Using a rubric that evaluates content, teamwork, and presentation

• Based on whether their creatures are scientifically real

Which of the following best describes the goal of this project?

• To learn about predators and prey

• To create realistic creatures for ecosystems

• To understand and represent mutualistic relationships in nature

• To build a habitat for endangered species

11. If you could design a new mutualistic relationship in a specific ecosystem, what organisms would you choose, and how would they help each other survive?

• - Identify the ecosystem (e.g., rainforest, ocean, desert).

• - Describe the two organisms and their unique adaptations.

• - Explain how their relationship benefits both organisms