Rainforests Quiz

What is a rainforest?

• A desert habitat with no rain.

• A large, thick forest habitat that gets a ton of rain.

• A small forest habitat with very little rain.

• A grassland habitat with moderate rain.

Where are most rainforests located?

• In cold, snowy places

• In warm, humid places near the Equator

• In dry areas

• In cool areas

Which rainforest is the largest in the world?

• The Amazon tropical rainforest

• The European rainforest

• The African rainforest

• The Australian rainforest

How much rain can some rainforests get in a year?

• Less than 50 inches

• Around 100 inches

• Around 150 inches

• Over 200 inches

Which of the following animals live in rainforests?

• Penguins

• Kangaroos

• Polar bears

• Monkeys

What is the canopy in a rainforest?

• The top layer of the rainforest

• The middle layer of the rainforest

• The layer between the canopy and the floor

• The bottom layer of the rainforest

What can be found in the understory of a rainforest?

• Lizards and fungi

• Jaguars and birds

• Monkeys and sloths

• Insects and snakes

What is the forest floor in a rainforest?

• The layer above the canopy

• The bottom layer of the rainforest

• The layer between the canopy and the floor

• The top layer of the rainforest

How do plants in rainforests adapt to the environment?

• They use animals for food

• They grow on tall trees

• They have special tips to get rid of extra water

• They have clear wings for camouflage

Why are rainforests important?

• They are a source of medicines

• They help manage Earth's fresh water

• They are home to many endangered species

• They provide wood for construction