WorksheetsEarth Systems Unit Review
Total questions: 34
Worksheet time: 17mins
Which of the following best describes the lithosphere?
The layer of gases surrounding Earth
The solid outer layer of Earth, including rocks and soil
All the water on Earth's surface
The living organisms on Earth
The biosphere includes:
Only animals
Only plants
All living organisms
Rocks and minerals
Which system is primarily responsible for weather patterns?
Lithosphere
Biosphere
Atmosphere
Hydrosphere
The hydrosphere includes:
Only oceans
All water on Earth, including lakes, rivers, and glaciers
Only freshwater sources
Water vapor in the atmosphere only
Which of the following is an example of interaction between the biosphere and hydrosphere?
A) A volcanic eruption
B) Rain eroding rocks
C) Fish swimming in a lake
D) Wind shaping sand dunes
Which system includes Earth's crust and upper mantle?
Atmosphere
Biosphere
Lithosphere
Hydrosphere
Cloud formation primarily involves which two systems?
Lithosphere and biosphere
Atmosphere and hydrosphere
Biosphere and lithosphere
Hydrosphere and lithosphere
An earthquake is a sudden movement in which of Earth's systems?
Atmosphere
Hydrosphere
Lithosphere
Biosphere
Which of the following best illustrates the interconnectedness of Earth's systems?
A) A rock sitting on the ground
B) A bird flying in the sky
C) A tree absorbing sunlight and water to grow
D) A mountain standing still over time
Deforestation primarily affects which Earth system?
Biosphere
Atmosphere
Lithosphere
Hydrosphere
Which system includes all living things on Earth?
Atmosphere
Biosphere
Hydrosphere
Lithosphere
Pollution in rivers directly impacts the:
Lithosphere
Atmosphere
Hydrosphere
Biosphere
Which human activity can lead to soil erosion?
Planting trees
Building terraces
Overgrazing by livestock
Practicing crop rotation
Recycling helps conserve resources in which system?
Biosphere
Lithosphere
Atmosphere
Hydrosphere
Using public transportation can reduce pollution in the:
Lithosphere
Hydrosphere
Atmosphere
Biosphere
Which practice helps protect the hydrosphere?
Dumping waste into rivers
Using less water
Overfishing in lakes
Polluting the ocean
Which of the following actions helps prevent water pollution?
Dumping waste into rivers
Using pesticides near water bodies
Planting vegetation along riverbanks
Removing wetlands for development
Conserving water at home primarily benefits the:
Atmosphere
Lithosphere
Hydrosphere
Biosphere
Which of the following is a renewable resource?
Coal
Oil
Wind
Natural gas
Protecting endangered species helps maintain balance in the:
Lithosphere
Hydrosphere
Atmosphere
Biosphere
Which action can reduce human impact on Earth's systems?
Overfishing
Deforestation
Sustainable farming
Industrial pollution
A volcanic eruption affects which Earth system directly?
Atmosphere
Hydrosphere
Biosphere
Cryosphere
Which of the following relate to the soil and earth?
Hydrosphere
Atmosphere
Biosphere
Lithosphere
Which natural event can lead to a tsunami?
Earthquake under the ocean
Tornado
Drought
Wildfire
Drought primarily impacts the:
Lithosphere
Atmosphere
Hydrosphere
Biosphere
Wildfires can lead to increased carbon dioxide in the:
Lithosphere
Hydrosphere
Atmosphere
Biosphere
Melting glaciers contribute to rising levels in the:
Lithosphere
Hydrosphere
Atmosphere
Biosphere
An oil spill in the ocean affects which two systems the most?
Atmosphere and lithosphere
Biosphere and hydrosphere
Which natural disaster can change the course of a river?
Earthquake
Hurricane
Landslide
Drought
Acid rain primarily affects which Earth system?
Lithosphere
Hydrosphere
Atmosphere
Biosphere
Which event can cause a sudden change in the lithosphere?
Flood
Earthquake
Drought
Tornado
A decrease in fish population due to overfishing affects the:
Lithosphere
Hydrosphere
Atmosphere
Biosphere
What is the primary goal of Parks Canada?
To promote industrial development in protected areas
To preserve natural and cultural heritage for future generations
Why is public education important to Parks Canada's mission?
It helps people learn how to extract natural resources
It discourages visitors from going to parks
It increases awareness of conservation and responsible park use
It promotes park land for private ownership
