Burr Oak and Tree Knowledge

The video features a walk through the Lawrence Mutt Run with discussions on various trees and plants, including red cedars, sumac, locust, hedge, and burr oak trees. The narrator explains the characteristics and ecological significance of these trees, highlighting their unique features and adaptations. The video concludes with reflections on the beauty of the Kansas prairies.

Who accompanied the narrator on the walk at Lawrence Mutt Run?

• His daughter and three dogs

• His son and two cats

• His wife and a dog

• His friend and two birds

What is the actual type of tree referred to as 'red cedar'?

• Fir

• Juniper

• Spruce

• Pine

What color do sumac trees turn in the fall?

• Bright red

• Deep purple

• Bright yellow

• Dark green

Why are black locust trees commonly found in cities?

• They grow very tall

• They are resistant to salt and chemicals

• They have beautiful flowers

• They provide a lot of shade

What is another name for the hedge tree?

• Birch

• Willow

• Maple

• Osage orange

What chemical in hedge trees prevents decay?

• Chlorophyll

• Tannin

• Lignin

• Cellulose

What is distinctive about burr oak acorns?

• They are blue in color

• They have hairy tops

• They are very small

• They grow in clusters

How long do burr oak acorns last if they don't grow into a tree?

• One year

• Two years

• Three years

• Four years

What is a key difference between white oak and red oak acorns?

• Red oak acorns are sweet

• White oak acorns are blue

• Red oak acorns have more tannin

• White oak acorns are smaller

What is the primary habitat of burr oak trees?

• Mountains

• Deserts

• Swamps

• Prairies