E1 Science Animals And Their Babies

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    Which is the adult of a calf?

    • Cow
    • Horse
    • Deer
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Explore the fascinating world of animals and their offspring in this engaging quiz. Learn about the life stages from young to adult for various animals such as deer, cows, and bears. This quiz enhances understanding of animal development and reproductive biology.

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  • 2. 

    A larva is to a moth, while a eaglet is to a ______.

    • Owl

    • Eagle

    • Hen

    Correct Answer
    A. Eagle
    Explanation
    The given analogy is based on the relationship between a larva and a moth. A larva is the early stage of a moth's life, and similarly, an eaglet is the early stage of an eagle's life. Therefore, the correct answer is eagle.

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  • 3. 

    A calf when it grows up will become a _____.

    • Horse

    • Cow

    • Bear

    Correct Answer
    A. Cow
    Explanation
    A calf is a young bovine animal, specifically a young cow. As it grows up, it will naturally develop into a fully grown cow. Therefore, the correct answer is cow.

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  • 4. 

    Which is the adult of a calf?

    • Buffalo

    • Horse

    • Deer

    Correct Answer
    A. Buffalo
    Explanation
    The adult of a calf is a buffalo. A calf is a young buffalo, so as it grows and matures, it becomes an adult buffalo.

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  • 5. 

    A cub when it grows will become a ...

    • Cat

    • Bear

    • Horse

    Correct Answer
    A. Bear
    Explanation
    A cub, which is a baby bear, will grow up to become a bear.

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  • 6. 

    Which is the adult of a fawn

    • Deer

    • Bison

    • Horse

    Correct Answer
    A. Deer
    Explanation
    A fawn is the young of a deer, so the adult of a fawn would be a deer. A bison and a horse are different species and not related to deer, so they cannot be the adult of a fawn. Therefore, the correct answer is deer.

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  • 7. 

    A baby owl is called _____.

    Correct Answer
    owlet
    Explanation
    An immature owl is commonly referred to as an owlet. This term is used to describe a baby owl that has not yet reached maturity. It is a diminutive form of the word "owl" and is widely recognized and accepted in the field of ornithology.

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  • 8. 

    Which is the adult of a larva?

    • Moth

    • Snake

    • Fly

    Correct Answer
    A. Moth
    Explanation
    A larva is the immature stage of an insect's life cycle, and an adult is the fully grown and developed stage. A moth is an insect that undergoes complete metamorphosis, meaning it goes through distinct larval, pupal, and adult stages. Therefore, the adult of a larva would be a moth.

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  • 9. 

    When a colt grows up it will become a ....

    • Horse

    • Tiger

    • Cow

    Correct Answer
    A. Horse
    Explanation
    When a colt grows up, it will become a horse. A colt is a young male horse, typically under the age of four, and as it matures and reaches adulthood, it develops into a fully grown horse. Therefore, the correct answer is horse.

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  • 10. 

    A baby whale is called a _____.

    • Cub

    • Foal

    • Chick

    • Calf

    Correct Answer
    A. Cub
    Explanation
    The term "calf" is used to refer to the young offspring of various marine mammals, including whales, dolphins, and porpoises. It is a general term that applies to many large aquatic animals, distinguishing their young from those of land mammals. The use of specific terms like "cub," "foal," or "chick" is reserved for the young of other animal species, highlighting the unique terminology associated with marine mammals.

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