Animals Helping Plants - 2nd Grade Science

Which animal action best describes pollination: carrying pollen, eating leaves, or digging soil?

Carrying pollen. Animals transfer pollen between flowers during pollination.
Which animal action is an example of pollinating a flower: drinking nectar or eating leaves?

Drinking nectar. While feeding, animals accidentally transfer pollen between flowers.
Which choice is an example of seed dispersal: a bee visits a flower, or a squirrel buries a nut?

A squirrel buries a nut. Burying moves seeds to new growing locations.
Which body part on a bee often helps pollen stick during pollination: hairy legs, smooth shell, or scales?

Hairy legs. Pollen grains stick easily to fuzzy bee legs during flower visits.
Which choice best describes how bees help plants: they move pollen or they move roots?

They move pollen. Pollen transfer between flowers enables seed formation.
Identify the plant helper: An animal carries burrs stuck to its fur to another field.

The animal is dispersing seeds. Burrs stick to fur and travel to new growing spots.
Which action best describes an animal helping a plant by seed dispersal?

A squirrel carries and drops an acorn in a new place. Forgotten buried nuts can germinate in new locations.
What do animals carry between flowers during pollination?

Pollen. This powdery substance contains male plant cells needed for reproduction.
Which action is pollination: a bee visits flowers, or a squirrel buries an acorn?

A bee visits flowers. Bees transfer pollen between flowers while collecting nectar.
Which plant feature helps seeds stick to animal fur for dispersal?

Hooks or burrs on the seed or fruit. These structures attach to passing animals for transport.
What do pollinators help a plant make after pollination happens?

Seeds (often inside fruits). Successful pollination leads to fertilization and seed production.
Which animal is a pollinator: hummingbird or turtle?

Hummingbird. These birds pollinate flowers while feeding on nectar.
Which action is seed dispersal: a squirrel buries an acorn, or a bee carries pollen?

A squirrel buries an acorn. Burying moves seeds away from parent trees to new growing spots.
What happens when an animal eats fruit and later drops or poops out the seeds?

Seed dispersal. Animals spread seeds through their digestive system.
What is seed dispersal?

The movement of seeds away from the parent plant. Seeds must travel away to grow in new locations.
Identify the best description of seed dispersal: moving seeds, making sunlight, or making clouds.

Moving seeds. Seed dispersal relocates seeds to potential growing sites.
Which animal action is seed dispersal: a bird eating berries or a rabbit chewing grass?

A bird eating berries. Seeds pass through the bird and are deposited elsewhere.
Identify whether this is pollination or seed dispersal: a bee moves pollen to another flower.

Pollination. Moving pollen between flowers enables reproduction.
Identify the plant part that pollinators usually touch and pick up pollen from.

The flower. Pollen sticks to animals when they touch flower parts.
Which body part of an animal can seeds stick to and be carried to new places?

Fur or feathers. Seeds with hooks or sticky parts attach to animals.
What is the main benefit of seed dispersal to a plant?

It helps new plants grow in new places. Seeds spread out to avoid competing with parent plants.
Which animal is a common pollinator that helps many flowering plants?

Bee. These insects visit flowers for nectar and spread pollen.
Which scenario shows seeds being dispersed by sticking to fur?

Burrs cling to a dog and later fall off elsewhere. Seeds hitchhike on fur until they drop in new locations.
Which action best describes an animal helping a plant by pollination?

A bee visits flowers and pollen sticks to its body. Pollen transfers as bees collect nectar from flowers.
Which animal is a pollinator: butterfly or fish?

Butterfly. Butterflies carry pollen while drinking flower nectar.
Which option best describes how a bird helps a plant: eats fruit then drops seeds, or only sits on a leaf?

Eats fruit then drops seeds. Birds digest fruit but pass seeds through their digestive system.
Identify the plant helper: A bee gets pollen on its body and visits another flower.

The bee is pollinating the flower. Pollen sticks to bees and transfers between flowers.
What is one way squirrels help plants by moving seeds?

They bury seeds (such as acorns) that can later grow into plants. Forgotten buried acorns can sprout into new oak trees.
Which animal is a common pollinator: hummingbird, frog, or worm?

Hummingbird. These birds carry pollen on their beaks while drinking nectar.
Identify the correct match: pollination or seed dispersal for "seeds are carried to new places."

Seed dispersal. Seeds traveling to new places is dispersal, not pollination.
Identify the correct match: nectar is mainly a reward for which helpful animal action?

Pollination. Sweet nectar attracts animals that transfer pollen.
What is one main reason plants benefit when animals move their seeds far away?

Less crowding and more space for seedlings to grow. Seeds spread out to reduce competition for resources.
Which animals are common pollinators: hummingbirds or turtles?

Hummingbirds. These birds drink nectar and carry pollen on their beaks.
What is the main result of pollination for a flowering plant?

It helps the plant make seeds. Pollen transfer allows fertilization and seed formation.
Which scenario shows seeds being dispersed after an animal eats fruit?

A bird eats berries and later drops seeds in its droppings. Seeds survive digestion and grow where deposited.
Which scenario best shows ants helping a plant by moving seeds?

Ants carry small seeds away from the parent plant. Ants transport seeds while collecting food for colonies.
What do animals like bees and butterflies move that helps flowers make seeds?

Pollen. This powdery substance is needed for flowers to make seeds.
Which example shows seeds sticking to an animal: burrs on a dog, or rain filling a puddle?

Burrs on a dog. Burrs have hooks that cling to animal fur for transport.
Which animals are common pollinators: butterflies or snakes?

Butterflies. They feed on nectar and transfer pollen between flowers.
What is a pollinator?

An animal that moves pollen between flowers. These animals help plants reproduce by carrying pollen.
Which animal action best describes seed dispersal: moving seeds, making clouds, or melting ice?

Moving seeds. Animals help plants spread by transporting their seeds.
Which example shows animals spreading seeds by eating: a bear eats berries, or a rock rolls downhill?

A bear eats berries. Animals eat fruit and later deposit seeds in new locations.
What do flowers often provide to pollinators that makes them visit flowers?

Nectar (food). Sweet liquid rewards attract pollinators to visit flowers.
What is one way squirrels can help plants by moving seeds?

They bury nuts and some are not found, so they sprout. Forgotten winter food caches become new trees.
Which animal pollinator can hover and drink nectar with a long beak?

Hummingbird. This bird's long beak reaches deep flowers while hovering.
Which choice best describes how squirrels help plants: they bury seeds or they make nectar?

They bury seeds. Forgotten buried nuts can sprout into new trees.
Which animal action is seed dispersal: a squirrel burying an acorn or a bee visiting a flower?

A squirrel burying an acorn. Buried seeds can grow into new trees when forgotten.
How can animals spread seeds after eating fruit?

Seeds pass through the animal and come out in droppings. Digestive systems don't harm seeds, which exit ready to grow.
How can burr seeds travel on animals?

They stick to fur or feathers and get carried to new places. Hooked seeds use animals as transportation to new locations.
What is one way seeds can move by animals using fur or feathers?

Seeds can stick to fur or feathers and be carried to new places. Seeds have hooks or sticky coatings that attach to passing animals.
Identify the seed-moving method: seeds with hooks that cling to a dog's fur.

Seeds stick to animals (carried on fur or feathers). Hooked seeds hitchhike on passing animals to spread.
Identify the best description of pollination: moving pollen, moving roots, or moving rocks.

Moving pollen. Pollination specifically involves pollen transfer between flowers.
What do animals like bees and butterflies carry that helps flowers make seeds?

Pollen. This powdery substance contains male reproductive cells.
Which choice is an example of pollination: a bee visits flowers, or a deer carries burrs in fur?

A bee visits flowers. Bees carry pollen between flowers while feeding.
Identify whether this is pollination or seed dispersal: a rabbit carries burrs on its fur.

Seed dispersal. Seeds travel to new locations attached to animal fur.
Which animal is a common pollinator that drinks nectar and can move pollen?

Butterfly. While feeding on nectar, they transfer pollen between flowers.
Which animal is a common pollinator: butterfly, snake, or crab?

Butterfly. Butterflies transfer pollen while feeding on flower nectar.
Which animals are common pollinators: bees or fish?

Bees. They visit flowers for nectar and carry pollen on their bodies.
What is one way ants can help plants move seeds?

Ants carry seeds to their nests and leave them in new places. Seeds get transported during ant food-gathering activities.
Which animal is a common pollinator: bee, fish, or turtle?

Bee. Bees visit flowers for nectar and carry pollen on their bodies.
What is pollination?

The movement of pollen from one flower to another flower. Pollen must travel between flowers for plants to reproduce.
Which animal is most commonly taught as a pollinator in early science: bee or earthworm?

Bee. Bees are the most familiar pollinators to young students.
What happens to many seeds after an animal eats fruit and later poops?

The seeds can come out in poop and grow in a new place. Animal droppings provide fertilizer for the seeds to grow.
What plant part is moved during seed dispersal?

Seeds. These contain baby plants that need to spread out.
Identify the seed-moving method: a bear eats berries and later drops seeds in its poop.

Seeds spread in droppings after animals eat fruit. Animal digestion doesn't damage seeds, helping them spread.
Identify the correct match: pollination or seed dispersal for "pollen is moved between flowers."

Pollination. Pollen transfer between flowers is pollination, not dispersal.

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