Ecology CKLA Ch 1

Why do bees visit flowers?

• To eat sweet nectar.

• To collect pollen for building hives.

• To find shelter from the rain.

• To attract other insects.

What role do squirrels play in the forest?

• They help plant trees by burying acorns.

• They primarily eat nuts and seeds.

• They build nests in trees for other animals.

• They are known for their ability to swim in water.

What is nectar?

• A sweet liquid produced by flowers that attracts pollinators.

• A type of flower that blooms in spring.

• A sugary substance made by bees.

• A liquid used for making perfumes.

What happens to the acorns the squirrel forgets?

• They sprout and grow into new trees.

• They rot and decompose on the ground.

• They are eaten by other animals.

• They turn into mushrooms.

Why are trees important to animals?

• They provide food and shelter.

• They produce oxygen for humans only.

• They are used for building houses.

• They have no impact on animal life.

What does the squirrel use the tree for?

• For food and shelter.

• For climbing and playing.

• For storing nuts and seeds.

• For building nests and homes.

How do flowers attract bees?

• By using bright colors and sweet scents.

• By producing loud noises to grab attention.

• By growing in clusters to confuse them.

• By emitting a strong odor of decay.

How does the squirrel help the oak tree?

• By planting its acorns.

• By eating the leaves of the tree.

• By providing shade for the tree.

• By collecting rainwater for the tree.

What are living things in an ecosystem?

• Rocks and minerals.

• Plants, animals, and microorganisms.

• Water and air.

• Sunlight and soil.

What is an ecosystem?

• A habitat with living and nonliving systems.

• A type of climate zone.

• A collection of only living organisms.

• A geographical area without any life.