Brazil Rainforest Quiz

What is the main cause of deforestation in the Brazilian rainforest?

• Urban development

• Agriculture

• Mining

• Tourism

Which of the following is an endangered species found in the Brazilian rainforest?

• African Elephant

• Bengal Tiger

• Harpy Eagle

• Polar Bear

What is the top layer of the rainforest called?

• Understory

• Forest Floor

• Canopy

• Emergent Layer

Which river flows through the Brazilian rainforest?

• Nile River

• Amazon River

• Mississippi River

• Thames River

How much of the world's oxygen is produced by the Amazon rainforest?

• 5%

• 10%

• 20%

• 25%

What is the average height of trees in the rainforest canopy?

• 10 feet

• 30 feet

• 60 feet

• 100 feet

Which of the following is a major consequence of deforestation?

• Increased rainfall

• Loss of biodiversity

• More oxygen production

• Cooler temperatures

What is the primary method used to clear land for agriculture in the Brazilian rainforest?

• Controlled burning

• Flooding

• Tree planting

• Grazing

Which of these animals is NOT typically found in the Brazilian rainforest?

• Jaguar

• Sloth

• Kangaroo

• Anaconda

What is the name of the layer of the rainforest that receives the least sunlight?

• Canopy

• Understory

• Forest Floor

• Emergent Layer