Biomes and Ecosystems Quiz

What is a biome?

• A single tree

• A large ecological area with specific species

• A type of ecosystem

• A small pond

Which of the following is true about deserts?

• They are always cold

• They cover about 1/5th of Earth's surface

• They have rich soil for growing plants

• They receive a lot of rain

What is a semi-arid desert?

• A desert with slightly more rain than an arid desert

• A desert that is always hot

• A desert with no rain

• A desert with a lot of plant life

Which famous desert is located in North America?

• Sahara Desert

• Kalahari Desert

• Gobi Desert

• Great Basin Desert

What are the two main types of grasslands?

• Tropical and temperate

• Arid and semi-arid

• Hot and cold

• Wet and dry

What is another name for tropical grasslands?

• Tundras

• Savannas

• Deserts

• Prairies

Which type of forest is known for trees that lose their leaves?

• Mangrove forest

• Boreal forest

• Temperate forest

• Tropical rainforest

What percentage of Earth's surface is covered by forests?

• 30%

• 40%

• 10%

• 20%

Which biome is the largest of all biomes?

• Desert

• Forest

• Aquatic

• Tundra

Where is the tundra biome located?

• In temperate regions

• In deserts

• In tropical regions

• Around the North Pole