Biomes Quiz

What is a biome?

• A region with extreme temperatures and low precipitation

• A small area with diverse plant and animal species

• A type of ecosystem found in the ocean

• A large community of vegetation and wildlife adapted to a specific climate

How many major types of biomes are there?

• Ten

• Five

• Two

• Twenty

Which of the following is not a major type of biome?

• Aquatic

• Desert

• Grassland

• Mountain

What percentage of Earth's surface do deserts cover?

• 5%

• 50%

• 20%

• 10%

Which type of grassland is found closer to the equator?

• Steppe

• Savanna

• Temperate grassland

• Tropical Rainforest

Which biome is characterized by trees and covers about one-third of the Earth?

• Aquatic biome

• Grassland biome

• Forest biome

• Desert biome

What type of climate do temperate forests experience?

• Cold and dry

• Moderate

• Hot and humid

• Warm and wet

What is the main factor that limits biodiversity in deserts?

• Extreme temperatures

• Lack of water

• Lack of sunlight

• Poor soil quality

Which type of tundra is found on mountains where the altitude is too high for trees to survive?

• Arctic tundra

• Alpine tundra

• Taiga tundra

• Boreal tundra

What is permafrost?

• A plant species found in tundras

• A type of desert vegetation

• A layer of permanently frozen soil

• A type of frozen dessert