Exploring the Amazon Rainforest Quiz

What percentage of the Earth's surface do rainforests currently cover?

• 50%

• 10%

• 25%

• 7%

How many species of birds can be found in the Amazon rainforest?

• 1600

• 2000

• 1200

• 1800

What is the average annual rainfall in the Amazon rainforest?

• 100 inches

• 260 inches

• 400 inches

• 300 inches

Which river runs through the Amazon rainforest?

• Nile River

• Yangtze River

• Mississippi River

• Amazon River

What is the highest layer of the rainforest called?

• Forest floor

• Understory

• Canopy

• Emergent layer

Which animal is known for its ability to change color?

• Chameleon

• Macaw

• Spider monkey

• Sloth

What is the main layer where most rainforest animals live?

• Forest floor

• Understory

• Emergent layer

• Canopy

How long is the Amazon River?

• 3,000 miles

• 5,500 miles

• 2,500 miles

• 4,000 miles

Which of these animals uses its strong, curved beak to feed on fruit seeds, flower buds, and insects?

• Red-winged parrot

• Emerald tree boa

• Harpy eagle

• Red-eyed tree frog

What unique feature do hummingbirds use to feed from flowers?

• Powerful wings

• Strong claws

• Long bills

• Sharp beaks