Some animals have pouches primarily to carry and protect their undeveloped young after birth until they are mature enough to survive outside the pouch, offering a safe environment for growth and development.

MCQs

1. Which of these animals also has a pouch for carrying its young?

A) Lion
B) Koala
C) Elephant
D) Giraffe

 

2. What is a marsupial?

A) A type of bird
B) A type of reptile
C) A type of mammal
D) A type of fish

 

3. Why do marsupials have pouches?

A) To help them jump higher
B) To carry food
C) To keep their babies safe and warm
D) To store water

 

4. Do all marsupials have pouches?

A) Yes, all of them
B) No, only females have pouches
C) No, only males have pouches
D) No, some species do not have pouches

 

Fill in The Blanks

Choose from These Words: pouches,grow,hands,predators.

1. Kangaroos, wallabies, and wombats are animals that have _______ to carry their young.

 

2. The pouch provides a safe and warm environment for baby animals to _______ and develop.

 

3. Having a pouch allows the mother to easily transport her young while leaving her _______ free.

 

4. Some animals use their pouches to protect their young from _______.

 

True / False

1. All animals with pouches are marsupials (True / False)

 

2. Pouches are used for carrying food (True / False)

 

3. Pouches provide a safe and warm environment for baby animals (True / False)

 

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