Quiz on Black Bear Encounter

What action did the black bear take after emerging from the wooded area?

• It climbed a tree.

• It knocked down the bird feeder and ate the seeds.

• It played in the backyard.

• It swam in a nearby pond.

According to the text, how did the family react when they saw the bear?

• They were surprised.

• They were scared.

• They were amused.

• They ignored the bear.

What does the text suggest about meetings between humans and bears?

• They are becoming less common.

• They are dangerous and should be avoided.

• They are happening more often in North American towns.

• They only occur at night.

What is the most common bear in North America?

• Polar bear

• Grizzly bear

• American black bear

• Brown bear

What colors can the American black bear be?

• Only black

• Black and white

• Black, brown, red-brown, pale yellow or white

• Grey and black

Approximately how much can an American black bear weigh?

• 50 to 150 pounds

• 150 to 300 pounds

• 300 to 450 pounds

• 100 to 200 pounds

Where do black bears usually live?

• Deserts

• Grasslands

• Forests

• Mountains

What percentage of a black bear's diet is plants according to the pie chart?

• 15%

• 50%

• 85%

• 75%

What should you do if you encounter a bear in the wild?

• Run away quickly

• Make loud noises

• Speak in a low, calm voice and back up slowly

• Try to feed the bear

Why might a bear become a nuisance to humans?

• If it is hunting for sport

• If it loses its fear of people and searches for food

• If it is protecting its cubs

• If it is playing