Ecosystems and Biomes Quiz

What is an ecosystem?

• A community of organisms interacting with their physical environment

• A large body of water

• A type of plant

• A weather pattern

What is symbiosis?

• A relationship where organisms work together and depend on each other

• A weather phenomenon

• A relationship where organisms compete for resources

• A type of ecosystem

What is permafrost?

• A type of plant found in the tundra

• Permanently frozen ground

• A type of animal in the desert

• A weather pattern in the rainforest

Which trees are found in the coniferous forest?

• Cactus and Palm

• Mangrove and Cypress

• Spruce, Hemlock, and Firs

• Oak and Maple

What is unique about deciduous trees?

• They grow in deserts

• They are found only in the Arctic

• They lose their leaves during autumn

• They have needles instead of leaves

Which desert is the world's largest hot desert?

• Mojave Desert

• Gobi Desert

• Sahara Desert

• Kalahari Desert

What is the primary vegetation in grasslands?

• Trees

• Grass

• Cacti

• Moss

What are prairies?

• Tropical rainforests

• Temperate grasslands in North America

• Deserts in Africa

• Wetlands in Asia

What percentage of the Earth's surface is covered by aquatic biomes?

• 25%

• 50%

• 75%

• 90%

What can you do to help save the rainforest?

• Drive more cars

• Cut down more trees

• Recycle aluminum cans

• Use more plastic