The arctic tundra is found

between the arctic ice cap & the northern conifer forests.

The alpine tundra is different than the arctic tundra

because the climate and terrain are different.

The most important factor for the survival of organisms in the arctic tundra is their

ability to survive harsh conditions.

In the arctic tundra,

there are no snakes or lizards.

If a person visited the arctic tundra in summer, she would be wise to bring

rubber boots., mosquito netting.

The arctic tundra is a good place for birds in the summer because

there are plenty of insects to eat.

prevents water from draining deep into the ground.

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Arctic and Alpine Tundras

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A reading comprehension quiz about #arctic and #alpine #tundra #permafrost #climate #population

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1
One way the alpine and arctic tundras are similar is that both
have low-growing vegetation.
get abundant precipitation.
are ecosystems with few populations.
are found in areas throughout the world.
2
The arctic tundra is found
between the arctic ice cap & the northern conifer forests.
deep in lush river valleys.
around the South Pole.
on high mountains.
3
The alpine tundra is different than the arctic tundra
because the climate and terrain are different.
only in the types of vegetation growing there.
because it is much colder.
because only the alpine tundra has permafrost.
4
The most important factor for the survival of organisms in the arctic tundra is their
ability to adapt to the alpine tundra.
similarity to organisms in the alpine tundra.
ability to survive harsh conditions.
ability to compete successfully against other organisms.
5
In the arctic tundra,
there are no snakes or lizards.
big-horned sheep are common.
there are many species of frogs.
has no insects.
6
The alpine tundra and the arctic tundra should be considered different ecological types.
false
true
7
If a person visited the arctic tundra in summer, she would be wise to bring
rubber boots.
warm winter clothes.
sandals and a swimming suit.
mosquito netting.
8
Choose the correct answer.
correct
correct
incorrect
incorrect
9
Tundra plants sometimes grow in masses to
create deeper root systems.
get enough sunlight.
avoid freezing.
avoid being eaten by herbivores.
10
The arctic tundra is a good place for birds in the summer because
the summers are short.
it is close to their winter feeding ground.
there are no predators.
there are plenty of insects to eat.
11
Permafrost
prevents water from draining deep into the ground.
is commonly found in both alpine and arctic tundras.
is temperate soil.
is a surface layer of frozen soil.
12
Both the alpine and arctic tundras are inhospitable places to live.
false
true

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