Celebrating Arbor Day: A Journey into Tree Planting Traditions

What is the main purpose of Arbor Day?

• To celebrate flowers

• To celebrate rivers

• To celebrate trees

• To celebrate animals

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When did the first Arbor Day take place?

• 1907

• 1594

• 1872

• 1805

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Who was responsible for spreading the idea of Arbor Day globally?

• The mayor of Mondoñedo

• Birdsey Northrop

• Don Juan Abern Samtrés

• Theodore Roosevelt

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Which U.S. President issued an Arbor Day Proclamation to school children?

• Abraham Lincoln

• Theodore Roosevelt

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

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What process do trees use to provide us with oxygen?

• Photosynthesis

• Transpiration

• Evaporation

• Respiration

How do trees help in reducing energy costs?

• By growing tall

• By providing fruits

• By absorbing water

• By providing shade and wind protection

Which tree is known for its massive size and is found on the West Coast of the United States?

• Flowering Cherry Tree

• Maple Tree

• Sequoia

• Oak Tree

What is the Japanese term for Cherry Blossom?

• Hanami

• Ikebana

• Sakura

• Bonsai

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Which tree's leaf is featured on the Canadian flag?

• Maple Tree

• Pine Tree

• Oak Tree

• Birch Tree

What is an Arboretum?

• A place where animals are kept

• A festival for planting trees

• A special garden for various plants

• A type of tree

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