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 order to which lizards and snakes belong?
A) Squamata
B) Ectothermia
C) Diapsida
D) Sphenodontida

Question 2. Which of the following characteristics are common to both lizards and snakes?
A) External ears
B) Four legs and feet
C) Movable quadrate bone
D) Prehensile tails

Question 3. Which type of lizard is adapted for life in the sea?
A) Chameleon
B) Gecko
C) Komodo dragon
D) Marine iguana

Question 4. Which of the following statements about lizards is NOT true?
A) They are found in cold climates.
B) They can be found at elevations from sea level to 5,000 meters.
C) They prefer warmer, tropical climates.
D) They can live in all but the most extreme environments.

Question 5. How do lizards signal to attract mates and intimidate rivals?
A) By basking in sunlight
B) By using body postures and inflation, push-ups, bright colours, mouth gapings, and tail waggings
C) By being active during the day
D) By hunting using sit-and-wait strategies