1. Life Cycles, Traits, and Adaptations Review Created 2012

2. Why are seeds important? A.Because they are all the same size B.Because they always stay in one place C.Because they hold up the plant D.Because they can grow into new plants

3. Which happens LAST in the life of a plant? A.A seed sprouts B.Flowers bloom on an adult plant C.A seedling grows into a young plant D.A seedling begins to grow

4. What is one attribute of an oak tree that can be inherited? A.A damaged trunk B.A green leaf C.A broken branch D.A torn leaf

5. How are adult animals and adult plants the same? Both adult animals and adult plants- A.Have a larva stage B.Can produce offspring C.Have at least 2 legs D.Can make their own food

6. Which of these describes an inherited trait? A.A plant gets a lot of sunlight because it has been put in a sunny window B.A plant receives water twice a week C.A plant has a large red pot D.A plant has roots that grow in the soil

7. Which of the following characteristics of the polar bear are adaptations to help it eat its food? A.Thick blubber and fur B.Large paws and strong legs C.White color and short tail D.Sharp teeth and claws

8. An animal can change the color of its skin to blend in with its environment. How does this adaptation help the animal survive? A.It helps the animal stay cool B.It helps the animal find water C.It helps the animal hide D.It helps the animal stay warm

9. How is an plant life cycle usually different from a animal life cycle? Plants - A.Do not produce seeds, while many animals do B.Usually do not take as long as animals to reach maturity C.Always stay in the same place, while animals move about D.Grow larger, while many animals stay the same size

10. Which happens FIRST in a butterfly’s life cycle? A.The larva eats to grow bigger B.The larva changes to a pupa C.A larva hatches from an eggs D.The pupa changes to an adult

11. Cheetahs hunt animals like gazelles by chasing them down during the day. Which of the following traits best help the cheetah catch its prey? A.Having big eyes that help it see well in the dark B.Having a thick layer of fat to keep it warm C.Having large, broad feet that help it climb trees D.Having long, slender legs that help it run fast

12. Using the chart, which sequence of a frog’s life cycle is correct? A.B, C, A, D B.C, D, B, A C.C, A, B, D D.A, B, C, D

13. Which is a trait that a puppy would NOT learn during its life? A.Playing with a ball instead of a pull toy B.Sitting on command C.Coming when called by name D.Having white fur with black spots

14. Which trait is inherited AND shared by every member of the student’s family? A.Handedness B.Ever broken a bone? C.Hair type D.Eye color

15. Which trait is NOT inherited? A.It has a small, curved beak. B.It can ring a bell by pecking it. C.It has four toes on each foot. D.It has wings and can fly.

16. Some plants like the cactus are covered with sharp spines. How do these structures help the cactus survive? A.They help the cactus get water B.They help the cactus get air C.They provide shade for the cactus D.They protect the cactus from being eaten.

17. Which of the following is the best example of a learned behavior? A.A cow having spots B.A horse performing tricks in a rodeo C.A flower making food through its leaves D.A pig having a snout

18. Which picture shows a life cycle? A.A B.B C.C D.D

19. Anteaters eat mostly ants and termites that live in tall mounds made of dirt. Which part of a Giant Anteater’s body is most useful in getting foods? A.Short, stubby ears B.A long, sticky tongue C.Stiff, straw-like hair D.A long, powerful tail

20. The life cycle of a flowering plant starts again when a mature plant produces- A.roots B.seeds C.Petals D.leaves