Structural and behavioural adaptations for survival
P6 Science · Interactions within the Environment · 108 questions · difficulty D1–D5 · Singapore MOE-aligned
Sample questions
SAMPLE 1
A stick insect has a body that looks exactly like a twig. What is the main survival purpose of this structural adaptation?
A To help it climb trees more easily.
B To escape from predators by camouflaging with its surroundings.
C To attract mates by looking like a plant.
D To store food in its body for dry seasons.
SAMPLE 2
A cactus has thick, fleshy stems to store water. How does this structural adaptation help it survive in the desert?
A It allows the cactus to store water for long dry periods.
B It helps the cactus grow taller to reach more rain.
C It protects the cactus from being eaten by desert animals.
D It helps the cactus absorb more sunlight for photosynthesis.
SAMPLE 3
A pitcher plant has a slippery rim and a deep cavity filled with liquid. Insects that land on the rim slide in and are digested. Which statement best describes this adaptation?
A Structural adaptation; it uses liquid to scare away herbivores
B Behavioural adaptation; it actively catches insects with its leaves
C Behavioural adaptation; it grows deep to store rainwater
D Structural adaptation; it traps insects to get nutrients from poor soil
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