How Much Do You Know About Reptiles?

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    True or False. Lizards can regenerate limbs and tails when necessary.

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Think you know everything there is to know about reptiles? Here's a short and fun 'Reptiles Quiz' that we've prepared for you. Try playing this fun quiz and you'll get the chance to test your knowledge about the wonderful species of reptiles. This quiz includes general questions about reptiles which can help you with the zoology final exam too. So, if you're preparing for the zoology exam, then you'll find this quiz really helpful. So, are you ready to test your knowledge with this quiz? Good luck solving it.

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  • 2. 

    All of the following are characteristics of reptiles except which one?

    • Poikilothermic

    • Warm-blooded

    • Internal fertilization

    • Some are parthenogenetic

    Correct Answer
    A. Warm-blooded
    Explanation
    Reptiles are poikilothermic (cold-blooded), meaning their body temperature varies with the environment. They typically reproduce through internal fertilization, and some species are parthenogenetic (able to reproduce without fertilization). However, they are not warm-blooded; this characteristic is associated with mammals and birds, not reptiles.

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  • 3. 

    Most reptiles have a

    • 1 chambered heart

    • 2 chambered heart

    • 3 chambered heart

    • 4 chambered heart

    Correct Answer
    A. 3 chambered heart
    Explanation
    Reptiles have a 3 chambered heart because their circulatory system is not as advanced as that of mammals and birds. The 3 chambers consist of two atria and one ventricle. The atria receive oxygenated and deoxygenated blood separately, while the ventricle pumps a mixture of oxygenated and deoxygenated blood to the body. This arrangement allows some separation of oxygenated and deoxygenated blood, but not as effectively as the 4 chambered heart found in mammals and birds.

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  • 4. 

    The first group to possess amniotic eggs were

    • Aves

    • Mammalia

    • Amphibia

    • Reptilia

    • Nomads

    Correct Answer
    A. Reptilia
    Explanation
    Reptilia is the correct answer because they were the first group to possess amniotic eggs. Amniotic eggs have a protective membrane called the amnion that allows reptiles to lay eggs on land, reducing their dependence on water for reproduction. This adaptation was crucial for their survival and allowed reptiles to colonize diverse habitats. Aves (birds), Mammalia (mammals), and Amphibia (amphibians) all evolved from reptilian ancestors but do not possess amniotic eggs. The option "nomads" is unrelated and does not provide any relevant information.

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  • 5. 

    How do snakes swallow large food?

    • Inject venom into it to make it smaller

    • Extra jaw muscles

    • A hinge mechanism in the jaw

    • They just do

    Correct Answer
    A. A hinge mechanism in the jaw
    Explanation
    Snakes are able to swallow large prey due to a hinge mechanism in their jaw. Unlike humans, snakes have a flexible lower jaw that is not fused together, allowing it to open wider. Additionally, snakes have specialized ligaments and muscles that enable their jaws to stretch and expand to accommodate larger prey. This hinge mechanism allows snakes to consume food items that are much larger than their own head size.

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  • 6. 

    Which of the following protects the embryo from desiccation, cushions the embryo, promotes gas transfer and stores waste materials?

    • Amniotic egg

    • Ovary

    • Jacobson's organ

    • Ossicles

    Correct Answer
    A. Amniotic egg
    Explanation
    The amniotic egg is the correct answer because it is a specialized structure found in reptiles, birds, and some mammals that provides protection and support to the developing embryo. The amniotic egg has a waterproof shell that prevents desiccation, a fluid-filled amniotic sac that cushions the embryo, and a network of blood vessels that facilitate gas exchange. Waste materials are stored in the egg's allantois, another structure within the amniotic egg. Overall, the amniotic egg is a crucial adaptation that allows for the successful reproduction of these animals on land.

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  • 7. 

    Body temperature is controlled by

    • Basking

    • Location

    • Behavioral mechanisms

    • All of these

    Correct Answer
    A. All of these
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "all of these". Body temperature is controlled by various factors, including basking, which involves exposing oneself to sunlight or heat sources to increase body temperature. Location also plays a role, as animals can choose to be in warmer or cooler areas to regulate their body temperature. Additionally, behavioral mechanisms such as seeking shade or water, or adjusting body posture, can help maintain the desired body temperature. Therefore, all of these factors contribute to the control of body temperature.

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  • 8. 

    Reptiles may be ____________. 

    • Oviparous

    • Ovoviviparous

    • Oviparous and ovoviviparous

    • Neither

    Correct Answer
    A. Oviparous and ovoviviparous
    Explanation
    Reptiles may be oviparous, meaning they lay eggs that hatch outside of the mother's body, or they may be ovoviviparous, meaning they retain the eggs inside their bodies until they hatch. Both oviparous and ovoviviparous reptiles reproduce by laying eggs, but the difference lies in where the eggs develop and hatch. Oviparous reptiles lay their eggs in the environment, while ovoviviparous reptiles retain the eggs internally until they are ready to hatch, giving birth to live young. Therefore, the correct answer is oviparous and ovoviviparous.

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  • 9. 

    What is a turtle's beak made of?

    • Keratin

    • Bone

    • Cartilage

    • Fat

    Correct Answer
    A. Keratin
    Explanation
    A turtle's beak is made of keratin. Keratin is a tough, fibrous protein that is also found in the beaks of birds, the horns of animals, and our own hair and nails. It provides strength and durability to the beak, allowing the turtle to bite and tear food. Bone, cartilage, and fat are not the primary components of a turtle's beak.

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  • 10. 

    The ventral portion of a turtle shell is called the

    • Carapace

    • Plastron

    • Bottom

    Correct Answer
    A. Plastron
    Explanation
    The ventral portion of a turtle shell is called the plastron. The plastron is the lower part of the shell that protects the turtle's belly. It is usually flat and has a bony structure. The carapace, on the other hand, refers to the upper part of the shell that covers the turtle's back. "Bottom" is a general term that does not specifically refer to the ventral portion of the turtle shell.

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  • 11. 

    Which order has some limbless members?

    • Sphenodontida

    • Squamata

    • Crocodylia

    • Testudines

    Correct Answer
    A. Squamata
    Explanation
    Squamata is the correct answer because it is the only order listed that includes limbless members. Sphenodontida, Crocodylia, and Testudines all have members that have limbs. Squamata includes snakes and some lizards, many of which have evolved to be limbless for various reasons such as burrowing or swimming.

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  • 12. 

    Which of the following reptiles is NOT a member of the Squamata order?

    • Gecko

    • Turtle 

    • Snake 

    • Lizard

    Correct Answer
    A. Turtle 
    Explanation
    The Squamata order is the largest order of reptiles, encompassing lizards, snakes, and amphisbaenians (worm lizards). Turtles, on the other hand, belong to the Testudines order, characterized by their bony or cartilaginous shell.

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  • 13. 

    Reptiles and birds have what kind of scales?

    • Ectodermal

    • Endodermal

    • Epidermal

    • Rainbow

    Correct Answer
    A. Epidermal
    Explanation
    Reptiles and birds have epidermal scales. The epidermis is the outermost layer of skin in vertebrates, and in reptiles and birds, it forms scales. These scales provide protection and help regulate body temperature. They are made of keratin, the same protein that makes up hair and nails in mammals. The epidermal scales of reptiles and birds are different from the scales found on fish, which are made of bone or cartilage.

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  • 14. 

    Which is not a characteristic required to be a chordate?

    • Notochord

    • Pharyngeal gills

    • Pharyngeal slits

    • Postanal tail

    Correct Answer
    A. Pharyngeal gills
    Explanation
    Pharyngeal gills are not a characteristic required to be a chordate. Chordates are characterized by having a notochord, which is a flexible rod-like structure that provides support, as well as pharyngeal slits, which are openings in the pharynx that may function in feeding or respiration. Additionally, chordates typically have a postanal tail, which extends beyond the anus. However, pharyngeal gills are not a characteristic of chordates. Gills are found in some non-chordate organisms, such as fish and other aquatic animals, but they are not a defining feature of chordates.

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  • 15. 

    Which order in Reptilia is toothless?

    • Sphenodontida or Rhynchocephalia

    • Squamata

    • Crocodylia

    • Testudines or Chelonia

    Correct Answer
    A. Testudines or Chelonia
    Explanation
    The order Testudines or Chelonia, which includes turtles and tortoises, is characterized by being toothless. Instead of teeth, these reptiles have beaks made of keratin that they use to cut and grind their food. The other orders, such as Sphenodontida (Rhynchocephalia), Squamata, and Crocodylia, generally have teeth.

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  • 16. 

    True or false. Lizards detect sounds from bone vibrations.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Lizards do not detect sounds from bone vibrations. They have a well-developed sense of hearing and can detect sounds in the same way as humans and other animals, through the detection of sound waves in the air. Their ears are located on the sides of their heads and are sensitive to a wide range of frequencies. Therefore, the correct answer is false.

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  • 17. 

    The suborder Sauria includes the

    • Turtles

    • Snakes

    • Tuataras

    • Lizards

    • Kittens

    Correct Answer
    A. Lizards
    Explanation
    The suborder Sauria includes lizards. Lizards are a diverse group of reptiles characterized by their scaly skin, clawed feet, and ability to shed their tails. They belong to the suborder Sauria, which also includes other reptiles such as turtles, snakes, and tuataras. Kittens, on the other hand, are not reptiles and do not belong to the suborder Sauria. Therefore, the correct answer is lizards.

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  • 18. 

    The order Squamata includes the suborders

    • Serpentes and Sauria

    • Serpentes and Sphenodontida

    • Sauria, Serpentes, Amphisbaenia

    • Stuff

    Correct Answer
    A. Sauria, Serpentes, Amphisbaenia
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Sauria, Serpentes, Amphisbaenia. This is because the order Squamata includes three suborders: Sauria, which includes lizards and geckos; Serpentes, which includes snakes; and Amphisbaenia, which includes worm lizards. Therefore, the correct answer includes all three suborders of the order Squamata.

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  • 19. 

    Which order has a third(parietal) eye?

    • Testudines

    • Sphenodontida

    • Squamata

    • Crocodylia

    Correct Answer
    A. Sphenodontida
    Explanation
    Sphenodontida is the correct answer because it is the order of reptiles that includes the tuatara, which is the only living reptile species that possesses a third eye, also known as a parietal eye. This eye is located on the top of the tuatara's head and is sensitive to light and dark, helping the reptile regulate its body temperature and circadian rhythms. The other orders listed do not have a third eye, making Sphenodontida the only appropriate choice.

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  • 20. 

    Which of the following is not one of the 4 membranes of an amniotic egg?

    • Chorion

    • Yolk sac

    • Embryo

    • Allantois

    Correct Answer
    A. Embryo
    Explanation
    The embryo is not one of the four membranes of an amniotic egg. The four membranes are the chorion, yolk sac, allantois, and amnion. The embryo refers to the developing organism inside the egg and is not considered one of the membranes that surround and protect it.

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  • 21. 

    Which is not a characteristic of the order Crocodilia?

    • Snout shape varies

    • Parietal eyes

    • Nearest relative to birds

    • Care for their young

    • 3 chambered heart

    Correct Answer
    A. Parietal eyes
    Explanation
    Crocodilians, including alligators, crocodiles, and gharials, do not have parietal eyes, which are found in some reptiles like lizards. Crocodilians have snouts that vary in shape, are closely related to birds, show parental care for their young, and have a four-chambered heart, which is unique among reptiles. The parietal eye is a sensory organ located on the top of the head, which is absent in crocodilians.

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  • 22. 

    True or False. Some lizards have a diminished pelvic girdle.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement "Some lizards have a diminished pelvic girdle" is false. Lizards, like most reptiles, have a well-developed pelvic girdle that is essential for their locomotion and support. The pelvic girdle consists of a pair of hip bones that connect the hind limbs to the spinal column. It provides stability and strength for the lizard's movement on land. Therefore, it is incorrect to say that some lizards have a diminished pelvic girdle.

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