Environmental Vocabulary Quiz

What is the meaning of "damage"?

• To fix or repair something

• To harm or destroy something

• To make something shiny

• To clean something

What does "endangered" mean?

• Safe from harm

• At risk of becoming extinct

• Abundant in nature

• Protected by law

Which of the following is an example of something "environmentally friendly"?

• Plastic bags

• Solar panels

• Factory smoke

• Car exhaust

What is "pollution"?

• Clean air and water

• Harmful substances in the environment

• Natural disasters

• Conservation efforts

What does "wildlife" refer to?

• Domesticated animals

• Plants in the garden

• Animals living in their natural habitats

• Endangered species in zoos

What is a "branch"?

• Part of a tree that holds leaves or fruit

• A type of flower

• A small insect

• A type of bird

What is a "feather"?

• A type of fur found on mammals

• A part of a bird's body used for flying

• A hard shell of a turtle

• A type of fish scale

What does "fur" refer to?

• A smooth texture of skin

• Hair or coat of an animal

• The outer shell of a sea creature

• A hard plant surface

What is a "shell"?

• The outer layer of a fish

• The protective outer covering of some animals, like turtles and snails

• The soft skin of a mammal

• The wings of an insect

What is a "bay"?

• A large area of land

• A small inlet of the sea or ocean

• A mountain range

• A river