3rd Grade Science - Life Questions

3rd Grade Science - Life Questions Part 2

On her vacation, Mrs. Smith saw a snake. The snake was a solid color and had dark rings around its head. Which is MOST like the snake Mrs. Smith saw?
(2008 test question)
Which of these belongs in the center?
(2007 test question)
1. Things that cover animal bodies
2. Things that make the animal smaller
3. Things that keep animal bodies cool
4. Things that help animal bodies get oxygen
Salamanders have a tail, smooth skin, and feet with no claws. Which of these animals is a salamander?
(2007 test question)
A rattlesnake belongs in which of the above groups?
(2007 test question)
1. Group 1
2. Group 2
3. Group 3
4. Group 4
Which of these birds MOST likely uses its beak to scoop up small fish for food?
(2010 test question)
Skunks spray a strong-smelling liquid to —
(2010 test question)
1. get rid of wastes
2. attract prey
3. defend themselves
4. help nearby plants grow
Camouflage MOST helps an animal with which of these life needs?
(2009 test question)
1. Finding shelter
2. Hiding from predators
3. Gathering enough food
4. Raising young
When it rains, some animals will —
(2010 test question)
1. hibernate for the season
2. migrate to warmer climates
3. change their body covering
4. move to seek shelter
This picture BEST shows how —
(2010 test question)
1. animals use plants for food
2. animals use plants for homes
3. plants get in the way of animals
4. plants keep animals warm in winter
Jake’s cats eat food from a can. The cats come running into the kitchen when they hear the electric can opener. Now, each time Jake’s mother opens a can of corn, the cats come running. This is an example of —
(2010 test question)
1. learned behavior
2. correct behavior
3. instinct
4. migration
Which picture BEST shows a learned behavior in a dog?
(2008 test question)
Which of these is MOST likely a behavior of tame animals that is different from wild animals?
(2008 test question)
1. Moving to a warmer climate in winter
2. Eating out of the hands of humans
3. Hunting for their own food
4. Staying away from people
Which animal looked MOST like its parents when it hatched?
(2008 test question)
Which is one way the young male cardinal will change as it grows up?
(2008 test question)
1. It will grow more toes.
2. Its tail feathers will become shorter.
3. It will grow a pointed crest.
4. Its beak will become long and narrow.
What are adult cardinals able to do that baby cardinals are unable to do?
(2007 test question)
1. Fly
2. Make noise
3. Breathe air
4. Sleep
Which of these is needed in all stages of the butterfly’s life cycle?
(2009 test question)
1. Wings
2. Eyes
3. Soil
4. Air
When a tadpole grows, its gills change into lungs. What does it now need to survive?
(2007 test question)
1. Air
2. Water
3. Soil
4. Fins