Multiple choice

The name of which bird derived from”pinion” or pin-wing indicates that it cannot fly?

  1. Emu

  2. Diatryma

  3. Penguin

  4. Fowl
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The term "penguin" is derived from etymological roots related to "pinion" (wing) and indicates that these birds cannot fly. Penguins are flightless birds that have adapted to aquatic environments, particularly in the Southern Hemisphere. While the exact etymology is debated (possibly from Welsh "pen gwyn" meaning "white head"), the name reflects their flightless nature and their adaptation to swimming rather than flying.

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