Characteristics of Biomes Lesson

Multiple Choice

The line graph represents?

• Temperature
• Precipitation
• Wind Direction

Multiple Choice

The bar graph represents?

• Temperature
• Precipitation
• Wind Direction

Multiple Choice

Which month has the coldest temperature?

• January

• April

• September

• March

Multiple Choice

In which month do they get the most rain in this biome?

• January

• May

• August

• November

Multiple Choice

When does the least precipitation occur?

• February - March

• April - May

• June - July

• November - December

Multiple Choice

Any energy coming from the Sun is called . . .

• Insolation

• Insulation

• Convection

• Interpretation

Multiple Choice

At which angle would the imaginary dot on the paper be warmed the MOST by the flashlight?

• 90 degrees, as shown by A in the image.

• 60 degrees, as shown by B in the image.

• 30 degrees, as shown b C in the image.

Multiple Choice

The factor that contributes most of the seasonal temperature changes during one year is the changing

• speed at which the Earth travels in its orbit around the Sun
• angle at which the Sun’s rays strike the Earth’s surface
• distance between the Earth and the Sun
• energy given off by the Sun

Multiple Choice

This picture is a ...

• plain

• mountain

• plateau

Multiple Choice

Examples of landforms are ...

• plains, mountains and oceans.

• mountains, lakes and plateau

• plateau, mountains and plains

Multiple Choice

How does the adaptation of camouflage help protect animals from predators?

• Animals are able to sleep during the cold winter months and do not have to look for food.

• Animals are able to blend into their surroundings and not be seen by predators.

• Animals are able to scare away their predators.

• Animals are able to travel to a warmer habitat.

Multiple Choice

Why do the spines on a cactus MOST LIKELY discourage animals from eating it?

• The spines are sharp and pointy, so they may hurt the animals.

• The spines contain toxins that will make the animals itch.

• The animals are afraid of the color of the spines.

• The spines contain water and the animals do not like to drink water.

Multiple Choice

Many animals hibernate during the winter, when they spend most of their time sleeping. This behavior is an adaptation that helps animals in which of the following ways?

• Allowing them to avoid the harsh sun and rains

• Building strong muscles for fighting enemies

• Conserving energy when food is hard to find

• Making them easy for predators to see

Multiple Choice

A species that plays a critical role in the health, maintenance, growth, or definition of an ecosystem.

• keystone

• invasive

• engineer

• predator

Multiple Choice

An endangered species is

• One whose numbers are so small that it is at risk of extinction
  
• One whose not been spotted after many years.
• One whose numbers are abundant.

Multiple Choice

Why are keystone species important for biodiversity?

• They are the most numerous species in their ecosystems.

• They provide food for all other species.

• They help to maintain the structure and integrity of the ecosystem.

• They have no predators, ensuring their survival.

Multiple Choice

A species that is very sensitive to environmental changes and can help humans identify if the habitat is suffering.

• indicator

• umbrella

• predator

• mutualist

Multiple Choice

How can the removal of a keystone species affect an ecosystem?

• It can increase biodiversity.

• It can lead to a more stable ecosystem.

• It can cause a trophic cascade and disrupt the ecosystem balance.

• It has no significant effect.

Multiple Choice

What does it mean when an animal is endangered?

• Something once lived but no longer exists.
• Animals that is at risk of extinction.
• Place that protects animals at risk.

Multiple Choice

What does it mean when an animal is extinct?

• Something once lived but no longer exists.
• Animals that is at risk of extinction.
• Place that protects animals at risk.

Multiple Choice

What is an indicator species?

• A species that is the most abundant in an ecosystem

• A species that provides information about the health of an ecosystem

• A species that is the largest predator in an ecosystem

• A species that is used for commercial purposes

Multiple Choice

What role do indicator species play in conservation biology?

• They help identify areas that need protection

• They are used to increase biodiversity

• They are bred in captivity for release

• They are used to control pest populations