Climate and Biomes Comprehension Questions

What does climate describe?

• The current weather conditions
• The average weather conditions over time
• The amount of vegetation in an area
• The types of animals in an ecosystem

Which of the following biomes is known for having high precipitation all year round?

• Temperate forests
• Tundras
• Tropical rainforests
• Deserts

What is a characteristic of tropical grasslands?

• High temperatures and dense vegetation
• Low precipitation and less dense vegetation
• Cold temperatures and permafrost
• Evergreen coniferous trees

Which biome is characterized by having long cold winters?

• Temperate grasslands
• Boreal forests
• Tropical rainforests
• Tundras

What type of vegetation is dominant in temperate grasslands?

• Dense trees
• Deep-rooted grasses
• Cacti
• Evergreen trees

Which of the following regions is known for its deserts?

• The Amazon rainforest
• The Sahara Desert
• The Great Smoky Mountains
• The Velds of South Africa

What describes the tundra biome?

• Warm temperatures with lush vegetation
• Very low temperatures and scarce vegetation
• Mild winters and cool summers
• Dense forests with a variety of animals

Which of the following animals can survive in polar ice biomes?

• Squirrels
• Polar bears
• Deer
• Moose

Where are boreal forests primarily located?

• Close to the equator
• Far from the equator, near the north pole
• In tropical regions
• Along coastlines

What is one of the significant characteristics of the polar ice biome?

• Dense vegetation
• High precipitation
• Bitterly cold temperatures and no vegetation
• Warm temperatures year-round