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Basic Needs of Young Animals

Identify the basic needs of young animals: food, warmth, and protection.

Module

Life Cycles & Reproduction (plants and Animals)

Age

Age 8

Duration

7 min

Questions

5

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  1. Question 1

    Multiple choice

    Which of the following is NOT a basic need of a young animal?

  2. Question 2

    Multiple choice

    Why do young animals need warmth?

  3. Question 3

    Multiple choice

    What do most newborn mammals drink for their first food?

  4. Question 4

    True or false

    Young animals need protection because they are small and cannot defend themselves well.

  5. Question 5

    Matching

    Match each need with why young animals require it.

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