Lizard Adaptations and Hurricane Survival

Lizard Adaptations and Hurricane Survival

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science, Geography

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video explores the impact of hurricanes on lizard populations, revealing that surviving lizards developed larger toe pads and longer limbs, likely as adaptations to withstand hurricane-force winds. A field experiment was conducted to understand lizard behavior during hurricanes. The study demonstrated that lizards not only survived but also underwent physical changes as a result of the hurricanes.

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6 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary focus of the study introduced in the video?

The impact of hurricanes on human populations

The effect of hurricanes on lizard populations

The migration patterns of birds during hurricanes

The economic impact of hurricanes

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which physical trait was NOT mentioned as an adaptation in surviving lizards?

Thicker skin

Longer forelimbs

Larger toe pads

Stronger tails

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why might larger toe pads be beneficial for lizards during hurricanes?

They improve camouflage

They help in swimming

They aid in holding onto surfaces

They enhance speed

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What question did researchers have about lizards' behavior during hurricanes?

Do lizards migrate before hurricanes?

How do lizards find food during hurricanes?

How do lizards communicate during hurricanes?

What do lizards do during a hurricane?

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What broader question does the study address regarding natural populations?

Can natural populations thrive in urban areas?

Do natural populations migrate seasonally?

Will natural populations be able to survive extreme weather events?

How do natural populations find food?

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a key finding about the lizards after the hurricanes?

They migrated to new areas

They developed new feeding habits

They became extinct

They survived and showed physical changes