Forest Ecology MCQs January 8, 2026August 19, 2024 by u930973931_answers 33 min Score: 0 Attempted: 0/33 Subscribe 1. What is the primary function of forests in the global carbon cycle? (A) To produce oxygen (B) To increase soil fertility (C) To absorb carbon dioxide (D) To provide habitat for wildlife 2. Which term refers to the diversity of species within a forest ecosystem? (A) Habitat fragmentation (B) Genetic diversity (C) Ecosystem services (D) Species richness 3. What is ‘forest succession’? (A) The seasonal change in forest appearance (B) The process of tree growth (C) The process of deforestation (D) The gradual replacement of one plant community by another 4. Which type of forest is characterized by high biodiversity and evergreen trees? (A) Tropical rainforest (B) Boreal forest (C) Temperate deciduous forest (D) Mediterranean forest 5. What is ‘canopy cover’? (A) The area of forest floor exposed to sunlight (B) The total area covered by tree crowns in a forest (C) The diversity of tree species in a forest (D) The height of trees in a forest 6. Which of the following is a common method for assessing forest biodiversity? (A) Water quality testing (B) Soil sampling (C) Remote sensing (D) Air quality monitoring 7. What role do ‘keystone species’ play in forest ecosystems? (A) They are rare species with little impact on the ecosystem (B) They are dominant species that affect the structure and function of the ecosystem (C) They are species that only exist in the forest canopy (D) They are species that do not interact with other species 8. Which forest layer is characterized by the highest level of sunlight and temperature? (A) Forest floor (B) Understory (C) Emergent layer (D) Canopy 9. What is ‘forest fragmentation’? (A) The planting of new trees in deforested areas (B) The process of forest succession (C) The reduction in the number of forest species (D) The breaking up of large forested areas into smaller patches 10. Which of the following is a major threat to forest ecosystems? (A) Afforestation (B) Reforestation (C) Deforestation (D) Sustainable forestry 11. Which forest biome is characterized by cold winters and short growing seasons? (A) Tropical rainforest (B) Temperate deciduous forest (C) Mediterranean forest (D) Boreal forest 12. What is the ‘forest floor’ in a forest ecosystem? (A) The middle layer where shrubs and small trees grow (B) The uppermost layer where the largest trees are found (C) The layer of the forest where decomposing material and leaf litter accumulate (D) The layer where fungi and microorganisms are most active 13. What is ‘silviculture’? (A) The process of forest conservation (B) The study of forest animal behavior (C) The science of managing forest growth and harvesting (D) The art of forest photography 14. Which tree species are most common in temperate deciduous forests? (A) Conifers (B) Evergreens (C) Palms (D) Broadleaf trees 15. What is the primary purpose of ‘forest management’? (A) To plant as many trees as possible without consideration of species (B) To increase deforestation for agricultural expansion (C) To ensure the sustainable use and conservation of forest resources (D) To limit public access to forested areas 16. Which term refers to the practice of planting trees to restore a deforested area? (A) Afforestation (B) Deforestation (C) Reforestation (D) Urbanization 17. In which forest type would you find high levels of biodiversity, including numerous plant and animal species, but relatively low canopy cover? (A) Temperate rainforests (B) Tropical rainforest (C) Boreal forest (D) Mediterranean forest 18. Which forest management practice involves the removal of only certain trees while leaving others intact? (A) Selective logging (B) Clear-cutting (C) Shelterwood cutting (D) Agroforestry 19. What is ‘ecological succession’? (A) The process by which the structure of a biological community evolves over time (B) The seasonal migration of animal species (C) The annual growth cycle of trees (D) The interaction between different forest ecosystems 20. Which of the following processes is crucial for nutrient cycling in forest ecosystems? (A) Soil erosion (B) Forest fires (C) Decomposition (D) Tree planting 21. What is ‘forest density’? (A) The thickness of the forest canopy (B) The age of the trees in a forest (C) The height of the trees in a forest (D) The number of trees per unit area 22. Which of the following is an example of a pioneer species in forest succession? (A) Ferns and lichens (B) Pine trees (C) Oak trees (D) Maple trees 23. What role do ‘forest understory plants’ play in forest ecosystems? (A) They protect the forest from invasive species (B) They contribute to the forest canopy (C) They dominate the forest floor (D) They provide habitat and food for wildlife 24. Which term describes the gradual transition from one type of forest to another due to environmental changes? (A) Succession (B) Ecotone (C) Fragmentation (D) Deforestation 25. What is the main characteristic of ‘tropical dry forests’? (A) They experience distinct wet and dry seasons (B) They have high rainfall throughout the year (C) They are dominated by coniferous trees (D) They are found in cold climates 26. Which forest management practice involves clearing all the trees in a specified area? (A) Clear-cutting (B) Selective cutting (C) Shelterwood cutting (D) Thinning 27. What does ‘biodiversity’ refer to in forest ecosystems? (A) The number of tree species in a forest (B) The variety of life forms at all levels of biological organization (C) The genetic variation within a single species (D) The amount of forest cover 28. Which forest type is known for having a large number of coniferous trees and long, cold winters? (A) Tropical rainforest (B) Temperate deciduous forest (C) Boreal forest (D) Mediterranean forest 29. What is the primary purpose of ‘forest conservation’? (A) To increase timber production (B) To protect forests from degradation and preserve their ecological functions (C) To encourage urban development (D) To reduce the number of tree species 30. Which term describes the variety of tree sizes and ages within a forest? (A) Forest cover (B) Forest density (C) Forest composition (D) Forest structure 31. What is ‘forest fragmentation’? (A) The natural regeneration of a forest (B) The increase in the number of tree species (C) The process of planting new trees (D) The splitting of a forest into smaller, isolated patches 32. Which of the following is a major benefit of forest ecosystems? (A) Regulation of climate and weather patterns (B) Increased urbanization (C) Enhanced industrial activity (D) Reduction in soil fertility 33. What does ‘silviculture’ focus on? (A) The preservation of endangered species (B) The study of forest animal behavior (C) The cultivation and management of forests for various purposes (D) The replanting of urban green areas