1b-7 Selected habitats 1 - Temperate broadleaf woodland

Where is most temperate broadleaf woodland found?

• South America

• Europe

• Africa

• Australia

What type of trees are most common in temperate broadleaf woodlands?

• Evergreen trees

• Deciduous trees

• Coniferous trees

• Palm trees

Which tree species is dominant in British broadleaf woodlands on moist soils?

• Beech

• Ash

• Oak

• Pine

What is the ecological feature of temperate broadleaf woodlands in terms of temperature?

• Extreme temperature fluctuations

• No temperature extremes

• Hot and humid climate

• Cold and dry climate

What is the availability of water in temperate broadleaf woodlands?

• Pronounced dry season

• Water available all year

• Limited water availability

• Water only in spring

What role do trees play in soil formation in temperate broadleaf woodlands?

• They have no impact on soil formation

• They prevent soil formation

• They contribute to soil formation through dead organic matter and root binding

• They degrade the soil

Which plants in temperate broadleaf woodlands grow early in spring before the trees have produced leaves?

• Bluebells

• Snowdrops

• Lesser Celandine

• All of the above

What happens to many animals in temperate broadleaf woodlands during winter?

• They become more active

• They store food

• They migrate

• They hibernate

What is the importance of high biodiversity in temperate broadleaf woodlands?

• It creates ecological stability

• It leads to dominance of a single species

• It reduces ecological stability

• It has no impact on the community of species

What were the historical uses of wood from temperate broadleaf woodlands?

• Building construction

• Fencing

• Tools

• All of the above