4th Periodical Test - Science 8

What is an adaptation?

• A learned behavior

• A characteristic that helps an organism survive

• A part of the food chain

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Why do camels have humps?

• To store water

• To store fat for energy

• To keep them warm

Which of the following is a behavioral adaptation?

• Migration of birds

• Webbed feet in ducks

• Thick fur of polar bears

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What is camouflage?

• An adaptation that allows animals to blend in

• A type of predator

• A plant defense

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Why do some desert plants have thick, waxy coverings?

• To reduce water loss

• To reflect sunlight

• To attract insects

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How does a chameleon avoid predators?

• By changing its color

• By running fast

• By flying away

Which adaptation helps fish to breathe underwater?

• Gills

• Fins

• Scales

What helps arctic foxes survive in cold climates?

• Short tail

• Thick fur

• Long ears

Cacti store water in their stems. This is an example of what kind of adaptation?

• Structural

• Behavioral

• Social

Why do some animals hibernate during winter?

• To conserve energy when food is scarce

• To grow new fur

• To migrate to warmer areas

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