Everybody's a suspect With three thousand little frogs gone, everybody is a suspect. That's the way I work. Now it's your turn to sit under the hot lights and sweat a little. Answer these questions to see just how frog friendly you really are . . . For a text version of this quiz for printing, click here

		How many different frog species do scientists think exist? a. Around 1,000 b. Less than 500 c. Almost 4,000
		Why do some frogs, like this poison dart frog, come in bright, flashy colors? a. To attract a mate b. To warn of their poisonous skin c. To blend in with the bright colors of the rain forest
		Which is a real difference between frogs and toads? a. Frogs have smooth, moist skin and toads have rough dry skin. b. Toads will give you warts if you touch them, frogs won't. c. Frogs live near water, toads live on dry land.
		Why are frogs good indicators of environmental stress? a. They live in both watery and land habitats in their lifetimes. b. They absorb water and oxygen through their skin. c. Their eggs have no hard, protective shell. d. All of the above.
		How many frogs do you think are on the Endangered Species List? a. Over 5,500 b. About 40 c. None yet
		Frogs are collected from the wild for: a. Pets b. Making weapons c. Food d. All of the above
		Acid rain is only a problem in urban areas. a. True b. False
		Frogs aren't always the good guys. Which of the following frogs or toads have caused problems for local wildlife after they were introduced to Australia? a. The marine toad (a.k.a. the cane toad) b. The arrow poison frog c. Jeremiah the bullfrog
		Where is the proper place to dispose of used motor oil? a. The storm drain b. Use it for cooking c. Take it to a local gas station or recycling center
		What can you use instead of chemical drain openers to dissolve clogs? a. Baking soda and boiling water b. A straw and a good set of lungs c. Alka-Seltzer

Want to exercise your brain some more?
Accept the challenge of our Junior Detective Assignment