Multiple choice general knowledge

The Porcupine can do all of the below to protect itself except one. Which one?

  1. Climb a tree

  2. Run away

  3. Shoot their quills at predators

  4. Hunch their back toward predators so that quills of the back and tail are facing it
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Porcupines cannot shoot their quills at predators - this is a common myth. Quills can detach when touched, but they're not actively projectiles. Porcupines can climb trees, run away, and hunch their back to present quills toward threats, making option C the false statement.

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