Worked example
A text says a bird eats seeds. Which observation shows food for it?
Answer & why
Answer: Seed-bearing plants grow there.
Seeds match the food named in the text.
Grade 2 · Science
Find habitat evidence
Choose evidence that a place provides a stated animal resource.
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Question 1
A text says an animal drinks fresh water. Which observation shows that resource?
- A path has numbered markers.
- A fresh-water stream crosses the area.
- A sign gives the park's name.
- A bench was painted blue.
A hint
Use observations of resources, rather than assuming that every animal can live everywhere.
Answer & why
Answer: A fresh-water stream crosses the area.
The stream matches the fresh water required.
Question 2
A text says a bat rests in a dark protected space. Which observation is relevant?
- A sign gives the park's name.
- A protected dark roost is available.
- A bench was painted blue.
- A path has numbered markers.
A hint
Use observations of resources, rather than assuming that every animal can live everywhere.
Answer & why
Answer: A protected dark roost is available.
The roost matches the resting conditions described.
Question 3
A text says a bird eats seeds. Which observation shows food for it?
- A path has numbered markers.
- Seed-bearing plants grow there.
- A bench was painted blue.
- A sign gives the park's name.
A hint
Use observations of resources, rather than assuming that every animal can live everywhere.
Answer & why
Answer: Seed-bearing plants grow there.
Seeds match the food named in the text.
Question 4
A text says a frog needs a moist place. Which observation is relevant?
- A path has numbered markers.
- A bench was painted blue.
- The shaded ground stays damp.
- A sign gives the park's name.
A hint
Use observations of resources, rather than assuming that every animal can live everywhere.
Answer & why
Answer: The shaded ground stays damp.
Damp ground provides the stated moisture.
Question 5
A text says a fish needs water. Which observation is relevant?
- A sign gives the park's name.
- A bench was painted blue.
- A pond holds water year-round.
- A path has numbered markers.
A hint
Use observations of resources, rather than assuming that every animal can live everywhere.
Answer & why
Answer: A pond holds water year-round.
The pond supplies the required water habitat.
Question 6
A text says a rabbit uses cover from storms. Which observation is relevant?
- A sheltered burrow is present.
- A sign gives the park's name.
- A path has numbered markers.
- A bench was painted blue.
A hint
Use observations of resources, rather than assuming that every animal can live everywhere.
Answer & why
Answer: A sheltered burrow is present.
The burrow provides the shelter described.
Question 7
A text says an insect feeds on leaves. Which observation shows food?
- A path has numbered markers.
- A bench was painted blue.
- Living leafy plants are present.
- A sign gives the park's name.
A hint
Use observations of resources, rather than assuming that every animal can live everywhere.
Answer & why
Answer: Living leafy plants are present.
Leaves match the stated diet.
Question 8
A text says a bird builds nests in branches. Which observation shows a nesting place?
- Trees with suitable branches grow there.
- A path has numbered markers.
- A bench was painted blue.
- A sign gives the park's name.
A hint
Use observations of resources, rather than assuming that every animal can live everywhere.
Answer & why
Answer: Trees with suitable branches grow there.
Branches match the described nesting resource.