Savanna Science

Q1 Which area of the United States is most similar to a savanna?

• A The temperate forests of the Northeast

• B The deserts of the Southwest

• C The prairies of the Midwest

Q2 At which latitude would you be most likely to find a savanna?

• A 45 degrees south latitude

• B 15 degrees north latitude

• C 60 degrees south latitude

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Q3 Water in the savanna tends to be concentrated in:

• A Rivers

• B Lakes

• D Ponds

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Q4 Which phrase best describes summer in the savanna?

• A Long and wet

• B Short and dry

• C Long and dry

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Q5 Which of the following is a mammal that can be found on the savanna?

• A Dog

• B Gorilla

• C Giraffe

Q6 In the movie, Tim and Moby are intimidated by a lion. These animals can be dangerous because they are:

• A Predators

• B Felines

• C Herbivores

Q7 During which season are wildfires common on the savanna?

• A Winter

• B Spring

• C Summer

Q8 What is one major effect of wildfires on the savanna?

• A A lack of wildlife

• B A lack of grass

• C A lack of trees

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Q9

How is the grass on the savanna different from the grass on your school's front lawn?

• A Savanna grass is much greener

• B Savanna grass is much higher

• C Savanna grass lives much longer

Q10 What do savannas and rainforests have in common?

• A They are both home to very large apes

• B They can be found in Australia

• C They are both located in tropical regions