Types of Defense Mechanisms
Silent wings are considered this kind of defense mechanism.
Physical defense mechanism
These are two animals we've read about that have hard exteriors.
Armadillos and millipedes.
This is a type of word that joins together words, phrases, or clauses.
Coordinating Conjunctions
This conjunction word is used to add information to the first clause.
And
Some millipedes emit a sticky _______ to protect themselves.
Poison
Hiding underground is considered to be this kind of defense mechanism.
Behavioral defense mechanism
This word is used to describe where an animal lives.
Habitat
This type of clause needs another clause.
Dependent clause
This conjunction word is used to make an exception to the information in the first clause.
But
These are three of the main predators that hunt and eat millipedes.
Ants, toads, and mice
Camouflage is considered to be this kind of defense mechanism.
Physical defense mechanism
These two animals use speed as a defense mechanism.
Ostrich and springbok
This type of clause cannot stand alone without another clause.
Independent Clause
This conjunction word can be used to provide a reason, and can be used instead of "because".
For
Millipedes can emit poison in the form of ______. It can be so strong that it can ______ or ______ the predator.
Gas; paralyze or kill
Standing up to make the animal appear larger to predators is considered to be this kind of defense mechanism.
Behavioral defense mechanism
This poisonous animal is toxic and very difficult for predators to swallow.
Pufferfish
These words are represented by the acronym, "FANBOYS"
For, And, Not, But, Or, Yes, and So
This conjunction word is used to present options related to the first clause.
Or
The _____ of some millipedes' poison can make predators run away.
Smell
Emitting a foul odor is considered to be this kind of defense mechanism.
Physical defense mechanism
This insect can emit poison and use protective coloration to protect themselves.
Monarch butterfly
A turtle moves slowly, _____ it can protect itself with a strong shell.
Yet
This conjunction word is used to provide a reason for the information in the first clause.
So
The millipede has a hard _______ that protects its body and helps it hide from predators. They _____ into a _____, and it confuses predators who may mistake them for a __________ and pass right by.
Exoskeleton; roll; ball; pebble