World Biomes and Ecosystems Quiz(Ducksters)

What is an ecosystem?

• A type of plant found in deserts

• A specific area where organisms work together as a unit

• A weather pattern in the rainforest

• A large group of similar ecosystems

What is a biome?

• A type of animal found in the ocean

• A single tree in a forest

• A way to describe a large group of similar ecosystems

• A small pond with fish

Which of the following is a land biome?

• Marine

• Coral Reef

• Desert

• Freshwater

Which cycle is important for maintaining balance in ecosystems?

• Water Cycle

• Rock Cycle

• Moon Cycle

• Star Cycle

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

What provides the energy needed by ecosystems?

• The Stars

• The Sun

• The Wind

• The Moon

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

Which of the following is an aquatic biome?

• Tundra

• Savanna

• Coral Reef

• Grasslands

How have humans adversely affected ecosystems?

• By cutting down trees and burning fossil fuels

• By protecting endangered species

• By planting more trees

• By conserving water

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

What is one way to help ecosystems?

• Cut down more trees

• Spread the word about the importance of biomes

• Ignore environmental issues

• Use more fossil fuels

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

Which of the following is NOT a land biome?

• Marine

• Temperate Forest

• Taiga Forest

• Tropical Rainforest

What process do plants use to create energy?

• Photosynthesis

• Digestion

• Respiration

• Evaporation

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

NGSS.MS-LS2-3