3 The color of an organism is an adaptation that helps it survive. Different plants and animals use color and patterns in different ways. Male peacocks have bright colored feathers. This coloration is important for – A hibernation B camouflage C attracting a mate D protection from predators4 Frogs are cold-blooded amphibians. This means that the body temperature of the frog matches the temperature of their surroundings. Which of the following adaptations would most benefit frogs for life in the desert heat? A Coloration B Migration C Dormancy D Camouflage© Forde-Ferrier, L.L.C. Page 101
5 Each of the four animals shown below belongs to a different group. Heron Wolf Catfish LizardWhich physical feature do these four animals have in common?A Type of skinB Number of legsC Color of skinD Number of eyes© Forde-Ferrier, L.L.C. Page 102
6 The Texas Longhorn is a breed of cattle. It is known for its horns, which can extend up to 2 meters from tip to tip.This animal uses its horns primarily to –A defend itselfB hunt preyC find waterD dig holes7 Which of the following best represents an inherited trait of a bird? A Colorful feathers B Chirping C Eating seeds D Broken wing© Forde-Ferrier, L.L.C. Page 103
8 Crabs, oysters, and turtles all grow shells. The shell is an adaptation that primarily provides each of the organisms with – A food B oxygen C protection D water9 The picture shows a dog bringing a ball back to its owner during a game of fetch.Which of the following is a learned behavior exhibited by this dog?A Black and white furB Large earsC Wagging tailD Retrieving a thrown ball© Forde-Ferrier, L.L.C. Page 104
10 The red-eared slider is a type of aquatic turtle that can be found in rivers in Texas. The picture shows a red-eared slider hatchling with an egg tooth. About an hour after emerging from its egg, the hatchling will lose its egg tooth. How does the egg tooth help the hatchling survive? A The egg tooth helps the hatchling break through its egg. B The egg tooth helps the hatchling attack its first prey. C The egg tooth helps the hatchling eat its first bites of food. D The egg tooth helps the hatchling protect itself from predators.© Forde-Ferrier, L.L.C. Page 105
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