Prairies Test Review

What is the main characteristic of prairies?

• Dense forests with no grass

• Vast grasslands with few trees

• Mountainous terrain with snow-capped peaks

• Sandy deserts with cacti

Name one type of grass commonly found in prairies.

• Tiny yellowstalk

• Giant greenleaf

• Small redstem

• Big bluestem

What is one conservation effort aimed at protecting prairies?

• Building more shopping malls

• Restoration of native grasses and wildflowers

• Introducing non-native species

• Clearing land for industrial development

What is the main threat to wildlife in prairies?

• Excessive rainfall

• Overpopulation of predators

• Lack of food sources

• Habitat loss and fragmentation

What is the main purpose of preserving prairies through conservation efforts?

• To promote urban development and expansion

• To increase air pollution in the area

• To protect the biodiversity and ecological balance of prairies.

• To reduce the natural habitat for wildlife

What 3 particles make up soil?

• Clay

• Loam

• Sand

• Silt

What soil is the quickest to move through?

• silt

• sand

• clay

• sandy loam

What is a characteristic of a dry prairie?

• Low nutrients

• Poorly drained

• Moderate moisture

• Diverse

Which animals are found in a prairie food chain?

• Polar Bear

• Alligator

• Hawk

• Insects

Which of the following involves protecting prairies that already exist?

• Reconstruction

• Preservation

• Restoration

• Fragmentation