Coniferous Forests

Coniferous forests cover about _____ % of the Earth's land surface. (only type the number)

Coniferous forests have (more / fewer) types of plants than other forests.

• more

• fewer

Which of the following best describes the seasons in coniferous forests?

• The climate does not change between winter and summer.

• Long winters and short summers.

• Winters are very cold and produces a lot of snow.

• Humid and produces a lot of rain.

Coniferous forests are the (largest / smallest) forests in the world.

• largest

• smallest

Coniferous forests can be found in:

• North America

• Scandinavia

• Siberia

• Australia

• Africa

Coniferous trees produce their seeds in __________.

Which types plants can be found in coniferous forests?

• tall trees

• herbs

• shrubs

• cactuses

Branches are angled downward so that snow slides off easily:

• spruce tree

• pine tree

Thin, needle-like leaves to protect them from cold conditions.

• spruce tree

• pine tree

Which of the following best describes hibernation.

• Sleeping / resting during winter months

• Gathering food during summer months

• Moving to another area during for the season.