Biodiversity Practice Test
Authored by Shannon Crews
Biology, Science
11th - 12th Grade
NGSS covered
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This biodiversity quiz covers the comprehensive study of biological diversity and conservation biology, appropriate for grades 11-12 high school students. The questions systematically address the three levels of biodiversity (genetic, species, and ecosystem diversity), species classifications and conservation status, human impacts on biodiversity, and conservation strategies. Students need to understand fundamental ecological concepts including keystone species roles, population bottlenecks, habitat fragmentation, and the relationship between biodiversity and ecosystem stability. The quiz requires knowledge of specific terminology such as endemic species, indicator species, exotic species, and biodiversity hotspots, while also testing comprehension of conservation methods ranging from captive breeding programs to habitat preservation. Students must demonstrate understanding of both the scientific principles underlying biodiversity loss and the legal frameworks designed to address these challenges. Created by Shannon Crews, a Biology teacher in the US who teaches grades 11-12. This comprehensive assessment supports instruction by providing students with a thorough review of biodiversity concepts before major assessments or as a formative evaluation tool to identify knowledge gaps. The quiz works effectively as a review session before unit exams, as homework to reinforce classroom learning, or as a diagnostic tool at the beginning of a conservation biology unit. Teachers can use this as a warm-up activity broken into smaller sections, or assign it as independent practice to help students solidify their understanding of complex ecological relationships. The content aligns with NGSS HS-LS2-7 (analyzing and interpreting data to provide evidence that ecosystem interactions are affected by environmental factors) and supports learning objectives related to biodiversity assessment and conservation strategies found in advanced high school biology curricula.
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are most known species?
Mammals
Sharks
Birds
Insects
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
When an ecosystem has a high level a biodiversity it is more _______________.
Fragile
Extinct
Stable
Developed
Tags
NGSS.MS-LS2-5
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What do fragile ecosystems have in common?
Low Biodiversity
They are cold
High Biodiversity
They are hot
Tags
NGSS.MS-LS2-5
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What do you call a species that is critical to the functioning of the ecosystem in which it lives because it affects the survival of other species? An example is a beaver.
Endemic Species
Keystone Species
Endangered Species
Extinct Species
Tags
NGSS.MS-LS2-4
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is not a type of biodiversity?
Genetic Diversity
Ecosystem Diversity
Mass Extinction
Species Diversity
Tags
NGSS.MS-LS2-5
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What type of diversity is the variety of different ecosystems in an area?
Species Diversity
Genetic Diversity
Mass Extinction
Ecosystem Diversity
Tags
NGSS.MS-LS2-5
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What type of biodiversity is the variety of species in a community?
Species Diversity
Genetic Diversity
Mass Extinction
Ecosystem Diversity
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