Backyard Biologist Science Olympiad

What plant is known for its bright yellow flowers and is often seen in fields?

• Dandelion

• Sunflower

• Marigold

• Buttercup

What tree is commonly used for timber and has long needles?

• Loblolly Pine

• Oak

• Maple

• Cedar

What climbing plant is known for its invasive nature and can cover large areas quickly?

• Ivy

• Wisteria

• Kudzu

• Clematis

What tree has white bark and is often found in wet areas?

• American Birch

• Red Maple

• White Oak

• Black Cherry

What tree is known for its smooth, gray bark and is commonly found in North America?

• American Beech

• Red Maple

• White Oak

• Black Cherry

What flowering plant is known for its beautiful blooms and is often found in gardens?

• Azalea

• Daffodil

• Tulip

• Sunflower

What is the scientific name for English Poison Ivy?

• Toxicodendron radicans

• Rhus toxicodendron

• Toxicodendron diversilobum

• Toxicodendron vernix

What are the characteristics of the White Oak tree?

• Lobed leaves, acorns, and strong wood.

• Needle-like leaves and small berries.

• Broad, flat leaves and soft wood.

• Thin, elongated leaves and no fruit.

What is the scientific name for the Azalea?

• Rhododendron spp.

• Azalea indica

• Rhododendron arboreum

• Rhododendron maximum

What tree is known for its strong wood and acorns?

• Red Oak

• White Oak

• Black Oak

• Pin Oak