Chapter 2 Leson 3

How long ago did the Coelophysis live in the New York area?

• A) 100 million years ago

• B) 150 million years ago

• C) 200 million years ago

• D) 250 million years ago

Where can you see a large collection of dinosaur bones in New York?

• A) Central Park Zoo

• B) The American Museum of Natural History

• C) The Statue of Liberty

• D) The Empire State Building

What kind of animals might you see in the forests of New York?

• A) Lions and tigers

• B) Deer and rabbits

• C) Elephants and giraffes

• D) Penguins and seals

Where does the Shortnose Sturgeon live in New York?

• Hudson River

• Niagara Falls

• Lake Ontario

• East River

What has heavily affected the Blue Whale population?

• Hunting for oil, meat, and other products

• Pollution

• Climate change

• Lack of food

What effect did building homes and roads have on the Piping Plover?

• Fewer quiet places to nest

• More food sources

• Increased population

• Better protection

What is one of the reasons for the decline in the number of falcons and eagles?

• Use of harmful chemicals

• Lack of food

• Overpopulation

• Climate change

What is wildlife?

• Wildlife includes only the plants that are cultivated by humans.
• Wildlife is the collective term for all wild animals and plants that live in their natural environment.
• Wildlife is a term used for all animals in zoos and aquariums.
• Wildlife refers to domesticated animals raised for agriculture.

What does endangered mean?

• Endangered means a type of animal.
• Endangered refers to a healthy population.
• Endangered indicates a species that is thriving.
• Endangered means at risk of extinction.

What is New York's State flower?

• Rose
• Sunflower
• Daisy
• Tulip