Biomes

Which biome is Canada in?

• Tundra

• Taiga

• Temperate Forest

• Desert

Which biome is characterized by having a canopy layer that blocks sunlight from reaching the forest floor?

• Tundra

• Desert

• Rainforest

• Grassland

Which biome is known for having the largest seasonal temperature differences?

• Tropical Rainforest

• Temperate Deciduous Forest

• Savannah

• Desert

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What is a common adaptation of animals living in the tundra biome?

• Thick fur

• Long legs

• Bright colors

• Large ears

Which biome contains large populations of grazing herbivores, few species of birds, and deep, rich soil?

• taiga

• tundra

• deciduous forest

• grassland

Scientists have discovered a new species of fox that has larger than average ears and is nocturnal. In which biome would this new species of fox most likely be found?

• desert

• tundra

• deciduous forest

• tropical rain forest

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Which of the following is true of the taiga but NOT the tundra?

• The tundra has many species of reptiles.

• Elk and caribou often migrate to the tundra at different times of the year.

• It is often called the coniferous forest because of the conical trees there.

• The subsoil is referred to as permafrost because it is frozen solid all year.

Which of the following organisms has an adaptation that will allow it to survive in the tundra?

• Mammals with thin fur that allows them to get rid of heat efficiently.

• Plants that have broad leaves to capture sunlight and long roots to capture water.

• Reptiles with long tongues with sticky pads for catching flying insects.

• Grasses with shallow roots and the ability to grow quickly when moisture is rarely present.

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Which biome consists of long bitter winters, cool summers, and diverse coniferous trees?

• Taiga

• Tundra

• Temperate forest

• Grassland

Which biome consists of grasses, shrubs, cold temperatures, and the permafrost?

• Taiga

• Tundra

• Temperate forest

• Temperate grasslands