9. Cactus plants can grow in dry soil and withstand the heat of the sun for a long period of time. What structure helps them respond to and survive in the environment? A thick bark C fine hair B. sharp leaf blades. D. thick and fleshy stems 10. Why do sugarcane farms workers wear long sleeved shirts when removing weeds growing with the sugarcane plants? A. sugarcane leaves have sharp edges B. sugarcane plants have thoms C. to be protected from the sun D. for their skin not to become dark 11. Spongy stems with large internal air spaces are common in plants that are adapted to live in A. Desert C. Grassland B. Forest D. Ponds 12 Plant adaptations for survival in desert dimates include all of the following EXCEPT A. Long deep roots C. Thick, water-storing stems B Wide leaves D. Small leaves 13. Terrestrial plants live on land. Which set of plants DOES NOT belong to the group? A. Bamboo and coconuts C. Grass and trees B. Banana and herbal plants D. Lilies and lotus 14. Which of the following adaptive structures can help protect plants from animals? A Aerial roots C. Thorns and spines B. Strong deep roots D. Thick barks and rough stems 15. Which is NOT true about plants? A All plants are God's creation. B. All plants are terrestrial. C. All plants have roots, stems, and leaves. D. All plants need water, air, and sunlight.
