Ecological Relationships and Native Plants

Ecological Relationships and Native Plants

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science, Geography

6th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video segment from the Splash Greater West Bloomfield News Magazine discusses the importance of understanding native and exotic plant species. Ecologist Brendon Nolan explains the concept of coevolution, using milkweed and monarch butterflies as an example. The segment highlights the ecological impact of introducing exotic plants, like the Norway Maple, and stresses the need to restore ecological balance. It emphasizes the interconnectedness of ecosystems and the importance of ecological awareness for environmental preservation.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary focus of Earth Day as mentioned in the segment?

Celebrating technological advancements

Promoting urban development

Preservation of natural resources

Encouraging space exploration

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key characteristic of native plants?

They are always more colorful than exotic plants

They have a historic relationship with local organisms

They require less water than other plants

They are found only in tropical regions

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which example is used to explain coevolution in the segment?

Milkweed and monarch butterflies

Oak trees and squirrels

Roses and bees

Cacti and camels

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the relationship between milkweed and monarch butterflies?

They are both invasive species

They are unrelated

They have coevolved together

They compete for resources

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main issue with introducing exotic species like the Norway Maple?

They are more expensive to maintain

They do not establish relationships with local ecosystems

They require special soil conditions

They grow too slowly

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the Norway Maple in its native range?

It is an asset to its ecological community

It is a pest

It is a medicinal plant

It is a rare species

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the ultimate goal of promoting native plants according to the segment?

To reduce gardening costs

To create more green spaces

To reestablish ecological balance

To increase plant diversity

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