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Quiz about Tadpoles and Adult Amphibians

Tadpoles and Adult Amphibians Trivia Quiz

A quiz about the unique aspects of amphibian development and behavior.

A multiple-choice quiz by tadpoles_uk. Estimated time: 4 mins.

Author
tadpoles_uk

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
331,808

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

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Question 1 of 10

1. What is another common English term for tadpoles? Hint

Wigglers

Swimmies

Pollywogs

Toadlets

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Question 2 of 10

2. In the transformation from tadpole to adult, what happens to a frog's tail? Hint

The tail falls off naturally after the frog spends time on dry land.

The tissue of the tail is resorbed into the frog's body.

The frog chews off his tail.

The tail breaks off the first time a predator tries to grasp it.

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Question 3 of 10

3. What type of amphibian resembles a worm or snake? Hint

Nematode

Newt

Caecilian

Salamander

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Question 4 of 10

4. Which of the following amphibians never loses its gills? Hint

Deep sea toad

Synaptic frog

Sub-Arctic newt

Axolotl

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Question 5 of 10

5. Which amphibian can give you warts on your skin if you come into contact with it? Hint

Newt

Frog

None

Toad

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Question 6 of 10

6. What North American frog created many problems for the local amphibian population when introduced into England and was subsequently banned from import into the UK? Hint

American bullfrog

Rio Grande leopard frog

Southeastern chorus frog

Columbia spotted frog

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Question 7 of 10

7. Anyone who has been around Funtrivia for a length of time already knows that the Goliath is the world's largest frog. But what is the world's largest amphibian? Hint

Japanese giant salamander

Chinese giant salamander

Guam giant newt

Burmese gargantuan

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Question 8 of 10

8. Excluding the dangers posed by poisonous frogs, what is the most important reason that amphibians should not be handled by humans? Hint

Secretions from human skin are harmful to the amphibians.

The animal will urinate on your hand.

Their bodies are fragile and easily broken.

If they take on a human scent the opposite sex will avoid them.

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Question 9 of 10

9. Do all amphibians hibernate in the winter months? Hint

No, those in tropical climates have no need to hibernate.

Yes, after a long active summer, they need their rest.

Yes, as cold-blooded creatures, all amphibians naturally slow down their body functions during cold weather.

No, even those in northern climates survive the winter just fine without hibernation.

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Question 10 of 10

10. What type of frog can jump the farthest in relation to its body length? Hint

Burmese flying frog

Australian rocket frog

Maltese racing frog

Pakistani leaping frog

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. What is another common English term for tadpoles?

Answer: Pollywogs

The word "tadpole" developed from Middle English terms meaning "toad" and "head". The root words for "pollywog" mean "head" and "wiggle".

2. In the transformation from tadpole to adult, what happens to a frog's tail?

Answer: The tissue of the tail is resorbed into the frog's body.

For frog and toad tadpoles, the tail contains no bones. During the metamorphosis to adult, the tissue of the tail is biochemically broken down and absorbed by the frog's body functions.
Many species of salamanders, newts, and caecilians retain their tails as adults.

3. What type of amphibian resembles a worm or snake?

Answer: Caecilian

Caecilians are unique among amphibians in that they never develop legs. They are found in tropical regions near the equator. Newts and salamanders are amphibians, but have legs. Nematodes are roundworms.

4. Which of the following amphibians never loses its gills?

Answer: Axolotl

The axolotl is native to Mexico. Unlike most species of amphibians, it never develops lungs and never leaves the water. Axolotls are often sold as aquarium pets. I made up the other three answers.

5. Which amphibian can give you warts on your skin if you come into contact with it?

Answer: None

While toads and frogs can't give you warts, the poison dart frogs of South America exude very poisonous toxins through their skin.

6. What North American frog created many problems for the local amphibian population when introduced into England and was subsequently banned from import into the UK?

Answer: American bullfrog

The bullfrog is much larger than species native to the UK. It is capable of taking over the habitat of the smaller frogs and making them part of its diet.

7. Anyone who has been around Funtrivia for a length of time already knows that the Goliath is the world's largest frog. But what is the world's largest amphibian?

Answer: Chinese giant salamander

The Chinese giant salamander can grow up to six feet long, with the Japanese giant salamander coming in second at five feet maximum. The other two choices do not exist.

8. Excluding the dangers posed by poisonous frogs, what is the most important reason that amphibians should not be handled by humans?

Answer: Secretions from human skin are harmful to the amphibians.

While there are some people who are put off by the thought of toad urine on them, the more serious problem is harm to the animals. Amphibians' skin is sensitive and porous. Normal oil secretions can cause illness for many amphibians, and the problem is made worse if the person has been in contact with moisturizers, antiseptics, or other chemical compounds.

9. Do all amphibians hibernate in the winter months?

Answer: No, those in tropical climates have no need to hibernate.

There are even some amphibians in hot dry climates who aestivate. Aestivation is the summertime equivalent of hibernation.

10. What type of frog can jump the farthest in relation to its body length?

Answer: Australian rocket frog

The rocket frog can jump over fifty times its body length, or almost nine feet. If a human could leap to that same ratio, a 6-foot tall man would be able to jump the length of an American football field.

Source: Author tadpoles_uk

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