Deforestation Quiz

What is a primary cause of deforestation?

• Planting more trees

• Urban development

• Increased rainfall

• Recycling

Locate the largest and most important forest in the world. (Hint: It's very wet.)

Which of the following is an effect of deforestation on the environment?

• Cleaner air

• More wildlife habitats

• Increased soil erosion

• Lower temperatures

How does deforestation impact wildlife?

• It increases their food sources

• It provides more living space

• It leads to loss of habitat

• It helps animals migrate easier

What is one of the main reasons rainforests are being destroyed?

• To create nature reserves

• To build more schools

• Logging for timber

• To increase rainfall

Which activity contributes to deforestation?

• Hiking and camping

• Bird watching

• Farming expansion

• Fishing

What happens to the climate as a result of large-scale deforestation?

• It becomes more stable

• It leads to more frequent snowfalls

• It increases global warming

• It causes more thunderstorms

Deforestation can lead to a decrease in which of the following?

• Carbon dioxide in the atmosphere

• Available freshwater sources

• Land for agriculture

• Urban areas

Which species is greatly affected by the destruction of rainforests?

• Desert lizards

• Polar bears

• Orangutans

• Penguins

What is a direct consequence of cutting down trees in large numbers?

• Improved soil quality

• Increased plant diversity

• Loss of biodiversity

• Enhanced water cycle