Where are alpine forests found?
They are found on small islands.
They are found high up on some of worlds highest mountains.
They are found deep in the jungle.
What does hazardous mean?
To be dangerous.
To be safe.
To have a bad hair day.
What are geographcal qualities of alpine forests?
Hot, humid, rainy, with many plants and trees.
Cold, snowy, trees, with two main seasons.
Cold, windy, snowy, rocky, high altitudes, above tree lines.
What does it mean to imagine?
A picture on a computer.
To form a picture or idea in your mind.
To feel a strong desire.
Which mountain is higher above sea level than any other place on earth?
The Alps
Appalachian Mountains
Mount Everest
What does breathless mean?
To be able to breathe with ease.
To take deep breaths.
To be unable to take enough air into your lungs.
True or False: Alpine forests are located in high mountain areas.
True
False
What unique aspect do hibernating animals have to adapt to lower oxygen levels?
They have more blood cells.
They have less blood cells.
The are really good sleepers.
To hibernate means to ___________
spend the winter sleeping or resting.
stay awake all year round.
climb high in the mountains.
Why might bears become violent when preparing for hibernating?
If there is a shortage in food availability.
Because they are mean animals.
When there are too many bears in one area.
True or False: Mountain goats and alpine ibexes spend the majority of their lives on rock edges and cliffs.
False
True
What makes the alpine forest have an intense environment?
Hot, humid, tropical, & high amounts of precipitation (rain)
High altitude, extremely cold, & permanently frozen ground
High elevation, extreme weather, & dry climate
The height of a place is called the ____________.
A tall building
Elevation
Altitude
What are things a person can do to protect themself from UV radiation from the sun?
Wear t-shirts, sandals, shorts...
We don't need to protect ourselves from the sun.
Wear sunscreen, protective clothing, hat, sunglasses...
What does sacrifice mean?
To buy more things.
To give up something so you can achieve something else.
To do what you want to do no matter who it hurts.
What do plants sacrifice in order to live and grow in the alpine forests?
Leaves and dirt.
Plants don't need to sacrifice to live in the alpine forest.
Height and color
