WorksheetsConservation of plants and animals
Total questions: 17
Worksheet time: 10mins
Which one of the following species is not included under the ‘Red List’?
Vulnerable
Endemic
Extinct
Endangered
Creation of wildlife reserves and endorsement of laws are conservation measures that promote increased-
exploitation of species
use of biological control
preservation of species
use of biological fertilizers
Identify the correctly matched pair from the following.
Sunderban – Rhino
Ranthambore – Lion
Gir – Lion
Kaziranga – Sea turtle
What is the main reason that many species are becoming endangered?
Habitat Destruction
Disease
Natural Selection
Acid rain
The process of conversion of fertile lands into deserts is known as:
Desertification
Famine
Acid rain
Drought
A group of the population that are capable of interbreeding is known as:
Species
Flora
Fauna
Sal
Re-establishment of forest on a land that was cleared for commercial/personal purpose is:
Deforestation
Bio-forestation
Afforestation
Reforestation
___ is referred to as the variety of animals, plants and microbes generally found in an area.
Flora
Extinct species
Biodiversity
Fauna
Species found exclusively in a particular area are called ______________ species.
Endangered
Endemic
Migrating
Extinct
Birds that travel long distances to overcome harsh conditions are known as _______ .
travelling birds
flying birds
endangered birds
migratory birds
Which act was aimed at the preservation and conservation of natural forests in India?
Forest Conservation Ac
Forest Preservation Act
Prevention act
Biodiversity Act
Project Tiger was launched on-
1 April 1973
23 May 1973
21 September 1973
25 December 1973
Wild buffalo is an endangered species because-
its population is diminishing
it has become extinct
it is found exclusively in a particular area
its poaching is strictly prohibited its poaching is strictly prohibited
Migratory birds fly to far away areas during a particular time of a year. Which of the following conditions present in their habitat during that time are responsible for this behaviour?
(i) Unavailability of food.
(ii) Extreme weather conditions.
(iii) Over crowding.
(iv) Lack of nesting areas.
ii & iii
i & ii
i & iv
ii & iv
The plants, animals and microorganisms along with climate, soil river etc. of an the area is referred to as -
fauna
ecosystem
species
kingdom
Red Data Book is published by:
WWP
IUCN
UNO
BSI
Emission of which gas cause global warming?
Nitrogen oxide
Oxygen
Carbon
Carbon dioxide
