Biomes Quiz

What is a biome?

• A specific type of plant

• A group of land ecosystems with similar climates and organisms

• A weather pattern

• A type of animal

How many major land biomes are there?

• 4

• 6

• 8

• 10

What type of rain forest is found in regions close to the equator?

• Boreal Forests

• Deciduous Forests

• Tropical Rain Forests

• Temperate Rain Forests

How much rain does a desert receive per year?

• At least 100 cm

• Less than 25 cm

• 50 to 75 cm

• More than 100 cm

What type of trees are found in deciduous forests?

• Coniferous trees

• Palms

• Cacti

• Deciduous trees

Which biome is characterized by extremely cold and dry conditions?

• Grassland

• Tundra

• Desert

• Rainforest

What is permafrost?

• A type of grass

• A weather phenomenon

• A type of tree

• Frozen soil that remains frozen all year long

Which biome has very cold winters and warm, rainy summers?

• Grassland

• Tundra

• Boreal Forest (Taiga)

• Desert

What is a common occurrence in grasslands?

• Tornadoes

• Flooding

• Fires and droughts

• Heavy snowfall

Which biome is known for diverse plant growth and high humidity?

• Tundra

• Desert

• Grassland

• Tropical Rain Forests