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Multiple choice geography life in the temperate grasslands climate and vegetation in north america the prairies - temperate region life in temperate grasslands

In the Congo basin the forests grow rapidly because ______________.

  1. soil is fertile

  2. rainfall is high

  3. or rich climate conditions i.e. high temperature and high rainfall

  4. None of these
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Congo basin is located in the equatorial region, which is characterized by high temperatures and high rainfall throughout the year, creating ideal conditions for rapid forest growth.

Multiple choice geography south america climate and vegetation in north america the prairies - temperate region life in temperate grasslands

The grasslands of North America are called ______.

  1. Pampas

  2. Prairies

  3. Downs

  4. Steppes
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B Correct answer
Explanation

In Europe and Asia, temperate grasslands are called steppes. In South America grasslands are called pampas. In North America temperate grasslands are called prairies.

Downs, are  rounded and grass-covered hills in southern England that are typically composed of chalk. The name comes from the Old English dūn (“hill”). ... Chalk hills of similar type are called Wolds in Lincolnshire and in Yorkshire.

Multiple choice geography north america - land of prairies climate and vegetation in north america the prairies - temperate region life in temperate grasslands

Which part of North America is the most thinly populated?

  1. Alaska

  2. California

  3. Eastern Part of U.S.A.

  4. The region of great lakes
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Alaska is the largest state in the USA but has a very low population density due to its harsh climate and rugged, mountainous terrain, making it the most thinly populated region among the choices.

Multiple choice geography life in temperate grasslands climate and vegetation in north america the prairies - temperate region north america temperate regions

Merino is a species of ________.

  1. Fish

  2. Elephant

  3. Sheep

  4. Monkey
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C Correct answer
Explanation
Merino is a species of sheep. The Merino is a medium sized sheep with white legs and faces. It is known for its excellent wool quality. Its origins around founded in Spain near the beginning of the 12th century. The Merino was imported to Australia where the world’s highest quality of wool is produced. Merino is descended from wild sheep Mouflon.
Multiple choice geography life in temperate grasslands climate and vegetation in north america the prairies - temperate region north america temperate regions

The southern part of the Prairies makes a boundary between _______________.

  1. U.S.A and Canada

  2. U.S.A and Mexico

  3. Canada and Alaska

  4. None of the above
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The southern extent of the North American prairies reaches into northern Mexico, creating a transitional zone at the US-Mexico border where the prairie ecosystem meets other vegetation types. This region represents the southern boundary of the continuous prairie grassland that stretches from Canada.

Multiple choice geography life in temperate grasslands climate and vegetation in north america the prairies - temperate region north america temperate regions

Oak, elm, beech, maple and chestnut are found in which type of forests?

  1. Coniferous forests

  2. Deciduous forests

  3. Tropical forests

  4. None of the above
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Deciduous forests are characterized by broad-leaved trees that shed their leaves annually, such as oak, elm, beech, maple, and chestnut.