Short English Test On Environment! Quiz

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    What is the word for the cutting or burning down of all the trees in an area?

    • Disforestation
    • Deforestation
    • Unforestation
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Are you ready to take this short English test on the environment? Could you ACE this quiz? This quiz focuses on short answers and multiple-choice questions. Including what you call an animal that hunts for other animals, what is deforestation, what is fertilizer, whether there are fewer or more green areas in cities, and what is an environmental condition. This quiz will teach you English in the environment. You got this.

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  • 2. 

    And how do you call the animal who is being hunted?

    Explanation
    The term "prey" refers to an animal that is being hunted or pursued by another animal for food. It is the target or victim of the predator's attack. In the predator-prey relationship, the prey is the weaker or more vulnerable of the two, and it typically tries to escape or defend itself from the predator's advances. The word "prey" can be used to describe a wide range of animals that are hunted by predators, including smaller mammals, birds, fish, and insects.

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  • 3. 
    Which class does this animal belong to? - ProProfs

    Which class does this animal belong to?

    • Reptile

    • Invertebrate

    • Mammal

    Correct Answer
    A. Mammal
    Explanation
    REPTILES are snakes, lizards, etc. INVERTEBRATES are bugs and insects.

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  • 4. 

    What is a fertilizer?

    • A substance that is supposed to kill insects

    • A substance that is put on the trunk of trees to preserve them

    • A substance that is put on the soil to make plants grow

    Correct Answer
    A. A substance that is put on the soil to make plants grow
    Explanation
    a PESTICIDE is a substance that is supposed to kill insects
    and WHITEWASH is put on the trunk of trees to preserve them

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  • 5. 

    What do you call the kind of food that a person or animal eats each day, regularly?

    Correct Answer
    diet
    Explanation
    The term "diet" refers to the specific type of food that a person or animal consumes on a regular basis. It encompasses the daily eating habits and patterns, including the types and quantities of food consumed. The word "diet" is commonly used to describe a balanced and healthy eating plan, but it can also refer to specific dietary restrictions or preferences.

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  • 6. 

    There are many ____________ species on the planet that are on the verge of becoming extinct.

    Correct Answer
    endangered
    Explanation
    The given correct answer is "endangered." This word is used to describe species that are at risk of becoming extinct. It implies that there are a significant number of species on the planet that are facing the threat of extinction. The word "endangered" highlights the importance of conservation efforts to protect and preserve these species and their habitats.

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  • 7. 

    When animals hunt for other animals, what is the hunter called?

    Correct Answer
    predator
    Explanation
    When animals hunt for other animals, the hunter is called a predator. Predators are organisms that capture and kill their prey for food. They have adaptations such as sharp teeth, claws, and keen senses to help them locate and catch their prey. Predators play a crucial role in maintaining the balance of ecosystems by controlling the population of prey species. They are an essential part of the food chain and contribute to the overall biodiversity of an ecosystem.

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  • 8. 

    In cities, there is a __________ of green areas 

    • Short

    • Less

    • Shortage

    • Fewer

    Correct Answer
    A. Shortage
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "shortage." This means that there is a lack or insufficient amount of green areas in cities. This suggests that cities may have limited parks, gardens, or other natural spaces, which can have negative effects on the environment and the well-being of residents.

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  • 9. 
    What environmental condition is this? - ProProfs

    What environmental condition is this?

    • Draught

    • Flood

    • Drought

    • Melting

    Correct Answer
    A. Drought
    Explanation
    This question is asking to identify the environmental condition represented by the given options. The correct answer is "drought." A drought is a prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall, leading to a shortage of water supply. It can have severe impacts on agriculture, ecosystems, and water resources, causing water scarcity and crop failure.

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  • 10. 

    "Britain agreed to cut ____________ of nitrogen oxide from power stations."

    Correct Answer
    emissions
    emission
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "emissions." This is because the sentence is referring to the reduction of nitrogen oxide from power stations, which is a plural noun. Therefore, the correct word to use in this context is "emissions," which is the plural form of "emission."

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  • 11. 
    What environmental condition is this? - ProProfs

    What environmental condition is this?

    • Draught

    • Flood

    • Drought

    • Melting

    Correct Answer
    A. Flood
    Explanation
    The environmental condition described in the question is a flood. A flood occurs when an area of land that is usually dry becomes submerged in water. This can happen due to heavy rainfall, melting snow or ice, or the overflow of rivers and other bodies of water. Floods can cause significant damage to infrastructure, homes, and the environment, and can also pose risks to human and animal life.

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  • 12. 
    What is coming out of the tube? - ProProfs

    What is coming out of the tube?

    Correct Answer
    sewage
    Explanation
    The answer to the question "What is coming out of the tube?" is sewage.

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