Grasslands Quiz

What are the two main types of grasslands?

• rainforest grasslands and savanna grasslands

• temperate grasslands and tropical grasslands

• mountain grasslands and coastal grasslands

• arctic grasslands and desert grasslands

Which grassland ecosystem is found in Africa?

• desert

• tundra

• rainforest

• savanna

Name one animal that is commonly found in grasslands.

• zebra

• lion

• penguin

• elephant

What is the role of grass in grassland ecosystems?

• Grass is the primary producer, providing food and habitat for animals, preventing soil erosion, and promoting nutrient cycling.

• Grass has no role in grassland ecosystems.

• Grass competes with other plants for resources in grassland ecosystems.

• Grassland ecosystems do not exist.

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What is the importance of grasslands for humans?

• Grasslands have no importance for humans.

• Grasslands are only important for wildlife.

• Grasslands are important for humans because they provide grazing land for livestock, support biodiversity, help regulate the climate, and offer recreational opportunities.

• Grasslands contribute to climate change and global warming.

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Which grassland ecosystem is found in North America?

• tundra

• prairie

• rainforest

• desert

Name one plant species that is commonly found in grasslands.

• Grass

• Tree

• Shrub

• Cactus

How do grasslands contribute to biodiversity?

• Grasslands have no impact on biodiversity.

• Grasslands only support a few plant and animal species.

• Grasslands provide habitat for a wide variety of plant and animal species.

• Grasslands actually decrease biodiversity.

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Which grassland ecosystem is found in South America?

• Pampas

• Taiga

• Tundra

• Savanna

What are some threats to grassland ecosystems?

• Drought, soil erosion, hunting

• Habitat loss, overgrazing, invasive species, climate change, fire suppression

• Pollution, deforestation, urbanization

• Fertilizer use, overpopulation, disease

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