Science Practice Quiz 259

Q1.What does the text say about the balance in the environment?

A. It is maintained if human activities are controlled B. It is maintained if the relative number of species is not disturbed C. It is maintained by national parks D. It is maintained by increasing awareness

Q2.What is the purpose of Biosphere reserves?

A. To protect only endangered species B. To demonstrate the relationship between conservation and development C. To promote international trade in wildlife D. To create recreational areas for tourism

Q3.What does the acronym CITES stand for?

A. Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora B. Committee on International Trade and Environmental Standards C. Convention for the International Treatment of Endangered Species D. Council on International Trade in Endangered Species

Q4.How many species of animals are protected under CITES?

A. Approximately 5,000 species B. Approximately 28,000 species C. Approximately 10,000 species D. Approximately 33,000 species

Q5.Which of the following activities is illegal in India?

A. Killing lions, tigers, deers, great Indian bustards and peacocks B. Killing only tigers and lions C. Killing deers and peacocks only D. Killing all wild animals

Q6.What is the definition of a National Park according to the glossary?

A. A natural area designated to protect ecological integrity for present and future generations B. A protected area for tourism and recreation C. A reserve for endangered species only D. A forest area managed for timber production

Q7.Which awareness programmes are encouraged at regional and community level?

A. Social forestry and Vanamohatasava B. Wildlife safaris and hunting C. Industrial development and mining D. Agricultural expansion and irrigation

Q8.Which of the following is NOT in favour of the conservation of nature?

A. Switch off the bulb when not in use B. Close the tap immediately after using C. Dispose polypacks after shopping D. Plant trees

Q9.What does the term 'Sericulture' refer to?

A. Commercial rearing of silk worms B. Cultivation of grapes C. Breeding of fish in specially constructed tanks and ponds D. Growing vegetables, flowers and fruits for commercial use

Q10.Food security exists when all people, at all times, have access to what?

A. Sufficient, safe and nutritious food to meet their dietary needs and preferences B. Only staple foods such as wheat and rice C. Food that is produced locally within their own country D. Food that is affordable regardless of quality

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Science Practice Quiz 259