Florida FFA Forestry Written exam questions 1

What percentage of Florida's land area is covered by forests?

• Almost 1/4

• Almost 1/3

• Almost 1/2

• Almost 3/4

How much did Florida's forests contribute to the state's economy in 2010?

• $10.7 billion

• $12.7 billion

• $14.7 billion

• $16.7 billion

What ecological services do forests provide?

• Purify water and air

• Create deserts

• Increase pollution

• Reduce biodiversity

How much do visitors who hunt contribute to Florida's economy annually?

• Four billion dollars

• Five billion dollars

• Six billion dollars

• Seven billion dollars

What is one of the purposes of forest management practices?

• To increase urban development

• To fulfill needs for wildlife preservation

• To reduce forest size

• To eliminate all forest fires

What was one of the main reasons for the increase in timber cutting in Florida after the Civil War?

• The invention of the chainsaw

• The growth of the nation's population

• The discovery of new tree species

• The decline in agriculture

What is the timber volume per acre in the U.S. today compared to the past?

• 10% more

• 20% more

• 30% more

• 40% more

What does a change of elevation in Florida affect in terms of forest communities?

• Climate

• Type of forest community

• Water availability

• Wildlife diversity

Which trees might be found in hardwood swamp communities?

• Titi, tupelo, and bays

• Pines and oaks

• Cypress and maples

• Dogwoods and hollies

Which species is likely to take over if a pine forest accustomed to fires stops receiving them?

• Oak

• Maple

• Birch

• Spruce