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Quiz about Peekaboo Whos Hiding in the Dark
Quiz about Peekaboo Whos Hiding in the Dark

Peekaboo! Who's Hiding in the Dark? Quiz

A Hidden Word Animal Adventure

Something is stirring in the dark! Ten nighttime animals are hiding in plain sight, and it's your job to find them. Each sentence holds a secret animal name and a clue to help you uncover it. Can you catch all ten before they disappear into the night?

A multiple-choice quiz by nnamarie. Estimated time: 5 mins.
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Author
nnamarie
Time
5 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
426,515
Updated
Nov 13 26
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Very Easy
Avg Score
9 / 10
Plays
23
Last 3 plays: Mark1970 (10/10), Blukitty (8/10), dinipie (6/10).
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Question 1 of 10
1. A wildlife spotter watched a playful, whiskered swimmer down a muddy riverbank at dusk.

Answer: (Starts with O, one word, 5 letters)
Question 2 of 10
2. Its fur color is hard to see in the shadows, but this slow-moving, wide-eyed primate has no trouble climbing trees at night!

Answer: (Starts with L, one word, 5 letters )
Question 3 of 10
3. After stealing a piece of cheese on camera, the tiny, long-tailed mammal with nimble hands became famous everywhere online!

Answer: (Starts with M, One word, 5 letters )
Question 4 of 10
4. Not even a million dollars could persuade me to approach this roaring, maned cat on a nighttime safari!

Answer: (Starts with L, one word, 4 letters )
Question 5 of 10
5. When the rainstorm ended, a warty little hopper made its way to a damp puddle where insects gathered.

Answer: (Starts with T, one word, 4 letters)
Question 6 of 10
6. Did anyone see the long-eared thief grab bits of lettuce from the garden before hopping away?

Answer: (Starts with R, one word, 6 letters )
Question 7 of 10
7. In the moonlight, a feathered hunter glided slowly above the forest without making a sound.

Answer: (Starts with O, one word, 3 letters)
Question 8 of 10
8. We kept our food safely stored at camp because a hungry, furry forest giant might be around after sunset

Answer: (Starts with B, one word, 4 letters )
Question 9 of 10
9. Who knew a black-and-white animal was hiding beneath the ranger's desk, unknown to everyone until its terrible smell gave it away?

Answer: (Starts with S, one word, 5 letters)
Question 10 of 10
10. After sunset, everything was calm, other than the tiny nighttime insects putting on a wild flying show around the glowing porch light!

Answer: (Starts with M, one word, 4 letters)



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. A wildlife spotter watched a playful, whiskered swimmer down a muddy riverbank at dusk.

Answer: Otter

... spOTTER watched ...
River otters often become active around dawn and dusk, when they hunt for fish, frogs, and crayfish. Their sensitive whiskers help them detect movement in murky water, even when visibility is poor.
2. Its fur color is hard to see in the shadows, but this slow-moving, wide-eyed primate has no trouble climbing trees at night!

Answer: Loris

... coLOR IS hard ...
Slow lorises spend their nights searching the treetops for insects, fruit, and tree sap. Their strong hands and feet allow them to grip branches securely while moving through the darkness.
3. After stealing a piece of cheese on camera, the tiny, long-tailed mammal with nimble hands became famous everywhere online!

Answer: Mouse

... faMOUS Everywhere ...
Mice often venture out at night to search for food while avoiding daytime predators. Their sensitive whiskers and excellent hearing help them navigate dark corners without relying entirely on sight.
4. Not even a million dollars could persuade me to approach this roaring, maned cat on a nighttime safari!

Answer: Lion

... milLION dollars ...
Lions frequently hunt at night because cooler temperatures make it easier to stay active. Their eyes are adapted to low light, helping them spot movement when much of the savanna is dark.
5. When the rainstorm ended, a warty little hopper made its way to a damp puddle where insects gathered.

Answer: Toad

... TO A Damp puddle ...
Many toads emerge after sunset, especially when the weather is warm and damp. They use their sticky tongues to catch insects attracted to wet areas and outdoor lights.
6. Did anyone see the long-eared thief grab bits of lettuce from the garden before hopping away?

Answer: Rabbit

... gRAB BITs of ...
Rabbits are most active around dawn and dusk, when they venture out to nibble on grass and other plants. Their large ears help them detect approaching predators while they feed.
7. In the moonlight, a feathered hunter glided slowly above the forest without making a sound.

Answer: Owl

... slOWLy above ...
Special feathers help many owls fly almost silently, allowing them to approach prey without being heard. Their excellent hearing also helps them locate small animals moving beneath leaves in the darkness.
8. We kept our food safely stored at camp because a hungry, furry forest giant might be around after sunset

Answer: Bear

... BE ARound ...
Although bears are not strictly nocturnal, some become more active at night, particularly where people are nearby. Their powerful sense of smell helps them discover food, including poorly secured snacks at campsites.
9. Who knew a black-and-white animal was hiding beneath the ranger's desk, unknown to everyone until its terrible smell gave it away?

Answer: Skunk

... deSK UNKown ...
Skunks usually search for food after sunset, sniffing around for insects, worms, and other small creatures. If threatened during their nighttime adventures, they may stomp their feet or raise their tails as a warning before spraying.
10. After sunset, everything was calm, other than the tiny nighttime insects putting on a wild flying show around the glowing porch light!

Answer: Moth

... calM OTHer than ...
Many moths fly at night to search for nectar, mates, and places to lay their eggs. Artificial lights can confuse their nighttime navigation, causing some species to circle porch lights repeatedly.
Source: Author nnamarie

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