quiz

1. True or false: Humboldt penguins live in cold weather.
• True
• False

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2. Why are they called "Humboldt penguins?"
• Because penguins like to hum.
• They're named after the Humboldt Current.
• They are named after Gerald Phinneas Humboldt III, a mad scientist
         who lives on Mars and only wears tuxedos.
• Because the name ’Emperor Penguin’ was already taken.

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3. Humboldt penguins make their homes out of guano. What is guano?
• Another name for bird poop
• A really thick blanket
• A new show on cable TV
• Bricks

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4. Which parent, Mom or Dad, takes care of the chicks?
• Mom
• Dad
• They take turns caring for the chicks.
• A well—paid babysitter

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5. True or False: Humboldt penguins can safely drink saltwater.
• True
• False

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6. True or False: Humans can safely drink saltwater.
• True
• False

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7. Why are penguins black and white?
• For protection from predators
• Penguins like to dress up.
• Penguins only eat black-and-white food.
• Penguins are actually white — they just use black marker to color in
         some of their feathers.

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8. What do Humboldt penguins eat?
• Hamburgers
• Small fish and crustaceans
• Dirt
• Guano

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9. There are 17 species of penguins. How many are endangered?
• 0
• 6
• 12
• 17

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10. Who or what is the Humboldt penguin's biggest threat?
• Humans
• Foxes
• Sea Lions
• All of the above

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