Biomes and Adaptation Quiz

What is the process by which a plant or animal becomes better suited to its environment?

• Evolution

• Migration

• Adaptation

• Mutation

What is the practice of raising herds of cows on large areas of land called?

• Deforestation

• Cattle Ranching

• Urbanization

• Afforestation

What type of climate does the rainforest have?

• Hot and dry

• Cold and wet

• Hot and wet

• Cold and dry

What does a climate graph display?

• Yearly temperature and precipitation statistics

• Monthly rainfall only

• Daily temperature changes

• Wind speed and direction

Why do plants in rainforests need to shed water quickly?

• To prevent leaf damage

• To avoid growth of fungus and bacteria

• To conserve water

• To attract pollinators

What is an example of a country located at the equator?

• Canada

• Brazil

• Russia

• Norway

What is an example of flora in the rainforest?

• Birds

• Trees

• Fish

• Rocks

How high can emergent trees grow?

• Up to 30m

• Up to 50m

• Up to 70m

• Up to 90m

Which of the following is NOT an example of flora?

• Ferns

• Mosses

• Insects

• Trees

What is hydroelectric power (HEP)?

• A form of renewable energy using wind

• A form of renewable energy using solar panels

• A form of renewable energy using water stored in dams

• A form of renewable energy using geothermal heat