Extinction Of Species

Question 1

What is extinction?

Answer 1

The permanent loss of a species from Earth.

Question 2

True or False: Extinction can occur naturally.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Fill in the blank: The current rate of extinction is estimated to be _____ times higher than the natural background rate.

Answer 3

1000

Question 4

What are the primary causes of species extinction?

Answer 4

Habitat destruction, climate change, pollution, overfishing, and invasive species.

Question 5

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a direct cause of extinction? A) Habitat loss B) Climate change C) Natural selection D) Pollution

Answer 5

C) Natural selection

Question 6

What is the term for species that are at risk of extinction in the near future?

Answer 6

Endangered species

Question 7

True or False: The IUCN Red List is a system that assesses the conservation status of species.

Answer 7

True

Question 8

What human activity is the most significant driver of extinction?

Answer 8

Deforestation and habitat destruction.

Question 9

Fill in the blank: The passenger pigeon was declared extinct in the year _____ due to overhunting.

Answer 9

1914

Question 10

Short answer: Name one successful conservation effort that has helped prevent extinction.

Answer 10

Captive breeding programs.