FCHS Envi Sci: SEV1.d Quiz

Which of the following is a major location for temperate deciduous forests?

• South America

• Africa

• Eastern North America

• Australia

What happens to the leaves in a deciduous forest?

• They stay green all year

• They fall off and decompose

• They turn blue

• They grow larger

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What is a significant feature of temperate grasslands?

• Dense forests

• Very little of the biome remains due to agriculture

• High mountain ranges

• Large bodies of water

Why are temperate rainforests commercially important?

• Mining

• Tourism

• Logging

• Fishing

Where are tropical rainforests primarily located?

• Polar regions

• Equatorial regions on most continents

• Temperate zones

• Desert areas

What is a key feature of tropical rainforests?

• Low biodiversity

• Sparse vegetation

• Highest biodiversity on land

• Dry and arid conditions

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What type of rainfall pattern is typical in Tropical Dry Forests?

• Constant light rain

• Monsoons with long dryness followed by heavy rainfall

• Frequent thunderstorms

• Drizzle throughout the year

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

What feature helps deciduous trees in Tropical Dry Forests reduce water loss?

• Thick bark

• Waxy coatings

• Deep roots

• Broad leaves

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Where is the major location of the savanna biome?

• South America

• Mainly Africa

• Europe

• North America

Which type of vegetation dominates the savanna due to limited rainfall?

• Shrubs

• Grasses

• Cacti

• Ferns