importance of plants grade 7

Multiple Choice

Why are plants considered essential partners for humans and animals in our environment?

• Because they provide shade only

• Because they are used for decoration

• Because they produce food, oxygen, and support ecosystems

• Because they grow quickly

Multiple Choice

How do plants contribute to both food production and air quality?

• They only provide food for animals

• They absorb oxygen and release carbon dioxide

• They convert sunlight into energy for food and release oxygen into the air

• They only provide shelter for wildlife

Fill in the Blanks

Plants help prevent soil

with their root systems.

Open Ended

List two ways in which plants help support local ecosystems.

Multiple Choice

When forests are cut down for agriculture or development, what are two major effects on the ecosystem?

• Increased wildlife habitat and more rainfall

• Loss of wildlife habitat and increased soil erosion

• Cleaner air and more food production

• Decreased carbon dioxide in the atmosphere