All About Penguins Quiz

What is the primary habitat of most penguins?

• The Northern Hemisphere

• Antarctica

• The Arctic

• The Amazon Rainforest

What do penguins primarily use their flippers for?

• Swimming

• Flying

• Walking

• Climbing

Which of the following is the largest species of penguin?

• Little Blue Penguin

• Emperor Penguin

• King Penguin

• Adelie Penguin

How do penguins keep warm in icy waters?

• Sunbathing

• Heated nests

• Blubber

• Thick feathers

What is a baby penguin called?

• Pup

• Chick

• Calf

• Cub

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Why do penguins have black and white feathers?

• To blend into the water

• To absorb sunlight

• To scare predators

• To attract mates

Which of the following is NOT a place where penguins live?

• Antarctica

• The Sahara Desert

• South Africa

• Australia

How do penguins care for their eggs?

• They bury them in the sand

• They take turns keeping them warm

• They hang them from trees

• They leave them in the ocean

What do penguins primarily eat?

• Leaves

• Insects

• Fish, squid, and krill

• Grass

How do penguin chicks learn to survive on their own?

• By watching other animals

• By reading books

• By growing waterproof feathers and learning to swim

• By attending penguin school