1. Directions

You will read passages on the topic and then answer questions about them. You may find vocabulary at the end of the test. Read the questions carefully before choosing the correct answers.

2. Questions of the test

Question 1. What is the name bass used for?
A) A variety of fishes
B) A type of bird
C) A mammal
D) A reptile

Question 2. What family do the largemouth and smallmouth basses belong to?
A) Serranidae
B) Moronidae
C) Centrarchidae
D) None of the above

Question 3. How does the largemouth bass differ from the smallmouth bass?
A) The largemouth is larger and has a longer upper jaw
B) The smallmouth is larger and has a longer upper jaw
C) The largemouth is brown and the smallmouth is green
D) The smallmouth is brown and the largemouth is green

Question 4. How do the size and appearance of smallmouth bass vary by location?
A) Smallmouth found in American waters are larger and more oval-shaped
B) Smallmouth found in dark water are smaller and more torpedo-shaped
C) Smallmouth found in sandy areas of lakes are larger and more oval-shaped
D) Smallmouth found in dark water are larger and more oval-shaped

Question 5. What is the average lifespan of a largemouth bass?
A) 5 years
B) 10 years
C) 15 years
D) 20 years