Mention any one action that you have undertaken to conserve trees.
In our country, large patches of forests are being cleared for
cultivation of crops. The environmental impact of such a practice
will lead to
(a) soil erosion (c) soil pollution
(b) soil conservation (d) soil fertility
Migratory birds fly to far away areas during a particular time of a
year. Which of the following conditions present in their habitat
during that time are responsible for this behaviour?
(i) Unavailability of food.
(ii) Extreme weather conditions.
(iii) Over crowding.
(iv) Lack of nesting areas.
(a) ii & iii; (b) i & ii;
(c) i & iv (d) ii & iv
The Red Data Book keeps a record of all the
(i) endemic species. (iii) endangered plants.
(ii) extinct species. (iv) endangered animals.
(a) i & ii; (b) ii & iii;
(c) iii & iv; (c) i & iv
What do black buck, elephant, python and golden cat together
represent in a forest?
(a) fauna (c) ecosystem
(b) flora (d) species
Which statement is incorrect about endangered species?
(a) Their number has decreased drastically.
(b) They might become extinct in the near future.
(c) They pose a danger to other animals.
(d) Their natural habitat needs to be protected.
Which of the following feature is correct for a wildlife sanctuary?
(a) It is an artificially created protected area for animals.
(b) It is a protected area for threatened and endangered wild
animals.
(c) It is meant for conservation of only plant species.
(d) Capturing and poaching of animals is strictly prohibited here
Which one of the following statements is true about endemic
species?
(a) They are found exclusively in a specific habitat.
(b) Endemic species can never become endangered.
(c) They are found only in zoos and botanical gardens.
(d) They are not affected by the destruction of their habitat