Morning Starters: Autumn 2 - Evolving & Adapting
Did You Know?
Meet the blind cave fish, which live in total darkness. In such a dark environment, these remarkable fish have evolved over multiple generations to become lighter in colour and lose their eyesight (with some losing their eyes completely as they no longer have the need for sight).
Credit: BBC One - Africa
Word Challenge
The antonym (opposite) of dark is light.
Write the antonyms of the words on this page that are underlined.
Grammar Challenge
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Rewrite the sentence below, using the passive voice.
The catfish navigated the cave’s passageways with remarkable precision.
Number Challenge
A = 1, B = 2, C = 3, … , etc.
What is the total value of the word ’ADAPT?’
Critical Thinking
Some fish have the ability to walk on land.
What special adaptations do you think these fish have?
Record in words or draw your thoughts.