Directions: Let's see what you have learned about Erect-crested Penguins. The following questions are multiple choice. Click on the answer that you think is correct. Feel free to print this page and circle the correct answer. Good Luck!

picture of erect crested penguin

 

1. Erect-crested Penguins are different from the other 4 types of crested penguin because...

                A. they have pear shaped eyes

                    B. they are not as sociable

                    C. the can raise and lower the feathers at the top of their bills

2. Erect-crested Penguins can be found...

                A. on the shores of New England

                    B. on four islands south of New Zealand

                    C. in Antarctica

3. These penguins nest...

                A. in holes in the ice

                    B. in holes in the ground lined with plant material

                    C. in nests made of stones and pebbles

4. Erect-cresteds lay two eggs, however...

                A. only one chick will survive

                    B. they will get eaten by predators

                    C. the parents do not stay around to watch them hatch

5. These penguins live close to...

                A. the equator

                    B. panda bears

                    C. Rockhopper Penguins

 

Other Suggested Activities:

* Compare and Contrast the 5 types of crested penguins

* Draw a map of the four islands south of New Zealand. Do some more research and find the names of the islands. Write about why you think those penguins like living on the islands.

* Write the poem of your choice about the Erect-crested Penguins

 

 

 

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