Question

State whether the following statements are true or false:
Statement 1: Birds have a streamlined body.
Statement 2: Hindlimbs of birds are modified into wings.

• A. Statement 1: True; Statement 2: False
• B. Statement 1: False; Statement 2: True
• C. Statement 1: True; Statement 2: True
• D. Statement 1: False; Statement 2: False

Answer 1

The correct option is A Statement 1: True; Statement 2: False

• Birds have a body which is narrower near the head and tail and broader in the middle, i.e. streamlined body which helps the birds to fly in the air with minimum effort.
• Forelimbs of birds are modified into wings, which help them in flight.
• Hindlimbs in birds help in walking and perching.