Biodiversity Video & Questions

What role do large fruit eaters like spider monkeys play in the environment?

• They spread the seeds of tropical hardwood trees, aiding forest growth.

• They hunt smaller animals, keeping their population in check.

• They scare away deforesters and poachers.

• They consume large amounts of fruit, reducing food sources for other animals.

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Approximately how many species have been catalogued by humans?

• Around 1.6 million species

• Nearly 2 million species

• More than 8 million species

• About 500,000 species

Why is it crucial to protect our planet's biodiversity?

• To maintain the natural beauty for photography.

• To ensure we have enough animal species for zoos.

• To increase tourism and recreational spots.

• Because biodiversity supports essential services like food and medicine.

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What is a major threat to biodiversity mentioned in the text?

• Increased use of electric vehicles.

• The overuse of solar panels.

• Climate change and its effects.

• The introduction of non-native species.

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How many mammal species risk being consumed to extinction?

• More than 300 mammal species

• About 150 mammal species

• Over 1000 mammal species

• Nearly 500 mammal species

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What happened to the corals in the Great Barrier Reef in 2016 and 2017?

• They were relocated to safer waters.

• Nearly half of them died due to sea warming.

• They multiplied rapidly due to conservation efforts.

• They evolved to become land plants.

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What is one of the actions suggested to slow down the biodiversity crisis?

• Promoting the use of fossil fuels to increase carbon dioxide for plants.

• Using land and water in ways that minimize environmental damage.

• Increasing global temperatures to create more rainforests.

• Banning all forms of outdoor activities.

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What was a significant achievement in the South of England in 2020?

• White stork chicks hatched for the first time in 600 years.

• A new species of large mammal was discovered.

• The first rainforest in England was planted.

• A new type of fossil fuel was found.

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What is a key factor in restoring the population of mountain gorillas in Virunga National Park?

• Using tourism money to support coexistence of humans and gorillas.

• Introducing new predators to control their population.

• Feeding the gorillas with food from humans.

• Creating a zoo within the park for easier management.

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Why is biodiversity indispensable for humans?

• It provides essential services like food, medicine, and protection.

• It ensures that we have enough pets for everyone.

• It is crucial for the development of technology.

• It helps to increase the world's oxygen supply.

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