Backyard Biologist

What tree does this leaf belong to:

• bitternut hickory

• black cherry

• american chestnut

• Balsam fir

What tree does this leaf belong to:

• bitternut hickory

• black willow

• american chestnut

• Balsam fir

What tree does this leaf belong to:

• eastern white pine

• cucumber tree

• chestnut oak

• Balsam fir

What tree does this leaf belong to:

• eastern white pine

• tulip tree

• pitch pine

• shagbark hickory

This is a picture of a bat. Is this a mammal?

• NO

• YES

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Identify this picture. 

• Long leaf pine

• Loblolly Pine

• white oak
• american elm
• hickory
• red oak

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What is the primary role of a backyard biologist?

• To study and document local wildlife and plant species

• To design and build backyard gardens

• To conduct laboratory experiments on plant genetics

• To create art inspired by nature

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Which of the following tools would a backyard biologist most likely use to observe small insects?

• Telescope

• Microscope

• Magnifying glass

• Binoculars

A backyard biologist observes that certain plants in their garden are wilting. Which of the following is a possible scientific explanation?

• The plants are receiving too much sunlight

• The plants are being overwatered

• The soil lacks essential nutrients

• All of the above

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