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- 1. Multiple ChoiceWhich type of ecosystem can be found in the mountain region of North Carolina?estuarygrasslanddeciduous foresttropical rainforest
- 2. Multiple ChoiceWhich could be a challenge for a small animal living in a grassland ecosystem?The frozen ground is too hard to serve as shelter.The flat terrain makes it easy for predators to spot prey.The extreme temperatures require thick skin and heavy fur.The high amounts of precipitation create excess water resources.
- 3. Multiple ChoiceSchroeder was walking through a forest when he looked up and saw a monkey being chased by a panther. Which type of forest was he most likely visiting?rainforestdeciduous forestconiferous foresttaiga forest
- 4. Multiple ChoiceMadalyn took pictures of a deer, a black bear, and a squirrel in the wild. In which ecosystem did the Madalyn most likely take the pictures?estuaryforestgrasslandsalt marsh
- 5. Multiple ChoiceGrasslands have very few trees while forests have many trees. Why is this statement true?Grasslands receive less rain than forests.Grasslands receive less sunlight than the forests.The animals of the grasslands eat small trees before they can grow.
- 6. Multiple ChoiceWhich is a difference between the plant life of a rainforest and a deciduous forest?The deciduous forest has a warm climate year-round, while the rainforest has hot and cold extreme climates.The deciduous forest has the most diverse plant life of all ecosystems, while the rainforest plant life is scarce.The deciduous forest remains hot and wet year-round, while the rainforest has a yearly cycle of plant growth due to changes of seasons.The deciduous forest has yearly cycles of plant growth due to changes of seasons, while the rainforest remains hot and wet year-round.
- 7. Multiple ChoiceWhich is true of a tropical rainforest?They are found only in South America.Only a few different species of plants and animals can be found there.The tree canopy causes only a small amount of sunlight to reach the ground.Each organism found in a rainforest can also be found in a deciduous forest.
- 8. Multiple ChoiceWhich ecosystem averages the least amount of annual precipitation?estuaryforestgrasslandsalt marsh
- 9. Multiple ChoiceWhich best describes the similarities between grasslands and forests?Grasslands have moderate temperatures like forest ecosystems.Grasslands have plentiful grasses and trees like many forestsGrasslands are dry like most forests.
- 10. Multiple ChoiceWhich ecosystem is most similar to an estuary?pondoceansalt marshriver
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What do all these ecosystems have in common?fishsunlightsalt watertall grasses - 12. Multiple ChoiceWhich ecosystem has lifeforms most similar to those of the ocean?estuarylakepondswamp
- 13. Multiple ChoiceWhich statement best compares forest ecosystems to grassland ecosystems?Forest ecosystems have higher average temperatures than grassland ecosystems.Forest ecosystems receive more precipitation than grassland ecosystems.Grassland ecosystems receive more precipitation than forest ecosystems.
- 14. Multiple ChoiceWhat is the main difference between marine and freshwater ecosystems?the amount of animalsthe amount of plantsthe amount of rocksthe amount of salt
- 15. Multiple ChoiceWhich best describes what makes one ecosystem different from another?the amount of sunlight, rainfall, temperature, and species typesthe amount of animals, oxygen, plant life, and pollutionthe amount of carbon dioxide, oxygen, water, and soilthe amount of soil, water, buildings, and humans
- 16. Multiple ChoiceWhich best explains why tropical rainforests always have warm temperatures?They are at low altitudes.They are near the EquatorA canopy of trees traps heat.The many animals produce heat.
- 17. Multiple ChoiceWhich is most accurate in describing an estuary ecosystem?High salt levels keep the water clear of nutrients and proteins.Freshwater mixes with saltwater to provide a nutrient-rich environment.Animals and plants compete for food due to pollution from surrounding areas.Cold water mixes with saltwater to create a cooling effect that encourages growth.
- 18. Multiple ChoiceOspreys are birds that eat fish. Where would an osprey most likely live?near a forestnear a marshnear a desertnear a prairie
- 19. Multiple ChoiceWhere are fern plants most likely to grow?in a desertat the bottom of an oceanalong a riverin the middle of a prairie
- 20. Multiple ChoiceThe Russian thistle, commonly known as the tumbleweed, is a big, round plant with many branches and short, stiff leaves. This plant spreads a large number of seeds when it breaks off from its stalk. The thistle is most likely found in what kind of environment?swampprairieforesttundra
- 21. Multiple ChoiceMangrove trees have shallow roots that start above ground. These roots filter out salt so the tree can receive fresh water.
Based on this information, in which area are mangroves best suited to grow?a grassy fielda coastal areaa sandy deserta rocky mountain - Answer choicesTagsAnswer choicesTags