Endangered Species Webquest Point Redemption

When was the Endangered Species Act (ESA) enacted?

• January 1, 1980

• December 28, 1973

• November 15, 1971

• July 4, 1976

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What is the primary goal of the Endangered Species Act?

• To regulate international travel

• To protect species from extinction

• To promote urban development

• To increase global trade

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Which species was the first fish to graduate off the endangered species list?

• Gulf sturgeon

• Pacific cod

• Oregon chub

• Atlantic salmon

What is a significant feature of the Island night lizard mentioned in the text?

• It has no eyelids

• It can fly

• It is completely blind

• It has six legs

Which animal's population has recovered enough to no longer need protection under the ESA, as mentioned in the text?

• Red wolves

• Polar bears

• Bald eagles

• Humpback whales

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What does ESA stand for?

• Endangered Species Act

• Environmental Science Association

• Energy Saving Act

• Economic Stability Agreement

What is the main threat to biodiversity, according to the text?

• Habitat loss

• Pollution

• Overpopulation

• Tourism

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Which species was mentioned as having no eyelids?

• Bearded dragon

• Komodo dragon

• Island night lizard

• Leopard gecko

What year did the Endangered Species Act celebrate its 50th anniversary?

• 2022

• 2025

• 2024

• 2023

Which species was the first invertebrate to graduate off the endangered species list?

• Honeybee

• Monarch butterfly

• Desert tortoise

• Magazine Mountain shagreen