Forestry Post-quiz

What term describes the process of planting trees in a deforested area?

• Erosion

• Reforestation

• Deforestation

• Tillage

What type of tree loses its leaves in autumn?

• Coniferous

• Pine

• Evergreen

• Deciduous

What is forestry?

• A type of agriculture for crops

• The study of ocean life

• The construction of wooden buildings

• The management and care of forests

What is the main purpose of a forest ecosystem?

• Provide habitat for wildlife

• Improve global warming

• Create deserts

• Drain wetlands

What is the main gas released by trees during photosynthesis?

• Oxygen

• Methane

• Nitrogen

• Carbon dioxide

What is the state tree of North Carolina?

• Pine

• Oak

• Maple

• Dogwood

Which part of a tree absorbs water from the soil?

• Leaves

• Trunk

• Roots

• Branches

What type of tree is known for having needle-shaped leaves?

• Broadleaf

• Deciduous

• Fruit trees

• Conifers

Why are trees important for the environment and living beings?

• They only provide wood for humans to use.

• They have no real impact on the environment.

• They provide oxygen, shelter for animals, and help prevent soil erosion.

• They make the environment hotter and drier.

What is the process by which trees release water vapor into the atmosphere?

• Condensation

• Transpiration

• Evaporation

• Precipitation