iCEV Forests

Which of these correctly lists the layers of the forest, starting at the bottom?

• Shrub layer, Forest floor, Herb layer, Understory layer, Canopy

• Forest floor, Herb layer, Shrub layer, Understory layer, Canopy

• Forest floor, Shrub layer. Understory layer, Herb layer, Canopy

• Canopy, Forest floor, Understory layer, Shrub layer, Herb layer

Which of the following is NOT a service forests provide?

• Improving water quality

• Storing carbon dioxide

• Replenishing carbon dioxide

• Minimizing soil erosion

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5

Match the type of forest to where it would be found

a

b

c

Boreal

Temperate

Tropical

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Most of the impact on forests has been caused by the conversion of forests to which of the following?

• Retail stores

• Housing development

• Grocery stores

• Agricultural land

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NGSS.MS-LS2-4

NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

For an ecosystem to be classified as a forest, more than what percent of the land must be covered by trees?

• 90%

• 50%

• 20%

• 10%

Which of the following describes a forest biome?

• Dominated by trees

• Found within a body of water

• Dominated by grasses and are mostly devoid of trees and shrubs

• Dominated by aquatic vegetation and poorly draining soils

Which of the following best describes an invasive species?

• Native or non-native species found in nearly every terrestrial area

• Non-native species introduced to an area ultimately harming the ecosystem or human health

• Native plants which take up large areas of space and do not allow for other species to spread

• Native plants or animals which grow at an exceptionally fast rate

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-2

What can individuals do on private land to help maintain biodiversity and the health of the local ecosystem?

• remove the trees from their yard

• allow cats to roam freely outdoors

• plant native trees

• plant invasive trees

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5

Which of the following best describes a prescribed burn?

• Accidental fires caused by humans

• Controlled fires created by experts to clear fire fuel

• Managed fires used to stimulate the release of oxygen stored in plants

• Naturally occurring fires in forest areas caused by lightning

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5

Which of the following trees are most common in boreal forests?

• Coniferous

• Deciduous broadleaf

• Broadleaf

• Deciduous