Rainforest Ecosystem Quiz

What percentage of the world's organisms are estimated to be found in the rainforest?

• 75%

• 50%

• 25%

• 10%

Which layer of the rainforest is known for having a closed canopy?

• Forest Floor

• Understory

• Canopy

• Emergent Layer

What process describes the movement of water from plant leaves to the atmosphere?

• Precipitation

• Condensation

• Transpiration

• Evaporation

Which of the following is an abiotic factor in the rainforest?

• Orangutans

• Sloths

• Bromeliads

• Rain

What adaptation helps orangutans live in the trees?

• Short tails

• Long fingers

• Thick fur

• Sharp teeth

How do bromeliads obtain nutrients?

• From insects

• From the air

• From water

• From the soil

What is unique about pitcher plants in the rainforest?

• They grow underground

• They are carnivorous

• They are the tallest plants

• They have no leaves

Why are poison dart frogs brightly colored?

• To attract mates

• To blend in with flowers

• To warn predators

• To absorb sunlight

What is a key reason sloths move slowly?

• They are searching for food

• They are migrating

• They are avoiding predators

• They are conserving energy

How often do sloths typically go to the bathroom?

• Once a week

• Once a day

• Once a month

• Once every two days