Unit 1 Lesson 1

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Introduction to Ecology Lesson Quiz

Choose the letter of the best answer.

1. Which of the following best describes what
scientists consider when they study ecology? 3. The following image shows organisms in a
certain land biome.
A. the interactions of organisms with their
environment
B. the interactions of organisms with weather
and climate
C. the interactions of organisms to reproduce
and produce offspring
D. the interactions of organisms with one
another and the environment

2. Which of the following determines where a

population can live?
A. whether its needs are met by the biotic Which land biome is most likely shown in this
factors in the habitat image?

B. whether its needs are met by the abiotic A. desert

factors in the habitat B. tundra
C. whether its needs are met by the abiotic and C. tropical rain forest
biotic factors in the habitat D. temperate grassland
D. whether its needs are met by the other
populations of organisms in the habitat 4. Which of the following is a biotic factor in an
ecosystem?
A. wind
B. tree leaves
C. small rocks
D. light from the sun

5. Which of these statements describes a species?

A. A species is a group of organisms that are
closely related.
B. A species is a group of organisms that live in
the same habitat.
C. A species is a group of organisms that live in
an area and interact.
D. A species is a group of organisms that are
closely related and produce fertile offspring.
 Unit 1 Lesson 1
Name ______________________________________ Date _________