Grasslands Test Study Guide

Which of the following does NOT prevent woody vegetation like shrubs and trees from thriving?

• Fire

• Grazing

• Use of pesticides

• Drought

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Which of the following is NOT a type of grassland?

• Deciduous

• Montane

• Temperate

• Savanna

Some climate scientists even believe grasslands may be more efficient and reliable at removing carbon from the atmosphere than forests, because grasslands are more resilient after fires and drought.

• True

• False

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On every continent except which of the following can grasslands be found?

• Asia

• Antarctica

• Australia

• South America

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Which of the following qualities determines if an area should be considered a grassland?

• Location

• Amount of precipitation

• Height of plants

• Amount of stored carbon in soil

What percentage of grasslands are currently protected?

• Less than eight

• Less than 2

• Less than six

• Less than 3

Which of the following limits the biodiversity of grasslands?

• Loss of topsoil

• Farming a single variation of a crop

• Pesticides and fertilizers

• Grazing animals

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Cattle may decimate vegetation through overgrazing and their heavy hooves compact soil leading to erosion and loss of sod.

• True

• False

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How many years did the Dust Bowl last?

• 11 years

• 10 years

• 15 years

• 12 years

Most grasslands are publicly owned.

• True

• False