Biomes and Ecosystems Quiz

Which biome is known for having four distinct seasons?

• Desert

• Temperate forest

• Savanna

• Tropical rainforest

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What is a defining feature of the tundra biome?

• High biodiversity

• Constant wet conditions

• Permafrost

• Tall, dense trees

Which aquatic ecosystem is characterized by a mix of saltwater and freshwater?

• Marine

• Freshwater

• Estuary

• Ocean

Which of the following biomes is characterized by low rainfall and extreme temperature variations?

• Desert

• Tropical rainforest

• Taiga

• Grassland

In which biome would you expect to find large herbivores such as elephants and giraffes?

• Tundra

• Savanna

• Temperate forest

• Marine

What is a characteristic of the taiga biome?

• Warm temperatures year-round

• Deciduous trees

• Coniferous forests

• Sandy soil

Which biome is primarily composed of grasses and few trees?

• Grassland

• Taiga

• Tropical rainforest

• Tundra

Which of the following biomes is characterized by high temperatures and high rainfall throughout the year?

• Taiga

• Tropical rainforest

• Tundra

• Desert

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What is a defining characteristic of a freshwater ecosystem?

• High salt content

• Flowing or standing water with low salt content

• Deep ocean waters

• Coastal regions with mixed salinity

Which of the following describes an estuary?

• A large freshwater lake

• A coastal area where freshwater and saltwater mix

• A deep ocean trench

• A fast-flowing river

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