Animal Transport

Question 1

Name 6 different animals used for transportation

Answer 1

Donkeys
Horses
Oxen
Camels
Elephants
Sled Dogs

Question 2

What is a YOKE?

Answer 2

A yoke is a pieces of wood, fastened on the necks of two animals. It is attached to a plough or cart that they can pull

Question 3

What is a mule?

Answer 3

It is a cross between a female horse and male donkey

Question 4

Name 3 ways that horses were used for transport

Answer 4

1. They were used for travel
2. They were used to draw carts and carriages
3. They were used to plough fields.

Question 5

How are horses and oxen different?

Answer 5

Horses are fast but oxen are strong

Question 6

Why can camels be used in the desert?

Answer 6

Camels can go for long without food or water. They are strong and can walk through sand.

Question 7

Name 3 adaptations that camels have to survive in the desert?

Answer 7

1. They can go for a long time without water.
2. They have a hump that stores fat so that they can go for long distances.
3. They can tolerate body temperatures up to 42 degrees

Question 8

Why were elephants used for transport (what are their adaptations?)

Answer 8

1. They are big and strong
2. Their trunks can move trees easily.
3. Their feet are wide so that their weight is spread out.