Urban Ecology MCQs January 8, 2026August 13, 2024 by u930973931_answers 20 min Score: 0 Attempted: 0/20 Subscribe 1. What is urban ecology primarily concerned with? (A) The study of interactions between living organisms and their urban environments (B) The study of rural ecosystems (C) The management of agricultural lands (D) The conservation of oceanic habitats 2. Which of the following is considered a major challenge in urban ecology? (A) Ocean acidification (B) Overfishing (C) Desertification (D) Habitat fragmentation 3. What term describes the introduction of non-native species into urban areas? (A) Native species (B) Endemic species (C) Keystone species (D) Invasive species 4. Which urban feature is known to increase biodiversity within cities? (A) Parking lots (B) Green roofs (C) Concrete walls (D) Highways 5. What is the primary role of urban parks in cities? (A) To provide parking spaces (B) To increase property values (C) To provide recreational spaces and enhance ecological functions (D) To serve as commercial zones 6. What is the term for the study of the interactions between human populations and their environments in urban settings? (A) Landscape ecology (B) Urban ecology (C) Conservation biology (D) Environmental science 7. Which type of vegetation is most commonly found in urban areas and helps mitigate heat island effects? (A) Aquatic vegetation (B) Agricultural crops (C) Desert plants (D) Street trees 8. What concept refers to the ecological benefits provided by urban green spaces, such as improved air quality and reduced temperatures? (A) Pollution (B) Environmental degradation (C) Urban sprawl (D) Ecosystem services 9. Which urban design feature can help manage stormwater runoff and reduce flooding? (A) Concrete sidewalks (B) Permeable pavements (C) High-rise buildings (D) Asphalt roads 10. What is the primary focus of urban wildlife management? (A) To remove all non-native species (B) To increase the number of urban species (C) To balance the needs of wildlife and human populations (D) To create artificial habitats 11. Which term describes the phenomenon where cities experience higher temperatures than surrounding rural areas? (A) Greenhouse effect (B) Urban heat island effect (C) Albedo effect (D) Ozone depletion 12. Which type of urban land use is most likely to support high levels of biodiversity? (A) Commercial districts (B) Industrial zones (C) Residential suburbs with minimal greenery (D) Mixed-use developments with green spaces 13. What is a common method used to monitor urban biodiversity? (A) Soil testing (B) Species inventories and surveys (C) Water quality assessments (D) Air pollution measurements 14. Which of the following is an example of an urban adaptation strategy to climate change? (A) Increasing urban density (B) Expanding industrial zones (C) Creating green roofs and walls (D) Removing green spaces 15. What role do urban forests play in cities? (A) They improve air quality and provide habitat for wildlife (B) They serve as commercial centers (C) They increase traffic congestion (D) They reduce green space availability 16. What is the term for the gradual replacement of natural landscapes with urban areas? (A) Deforestation (B) Urbanization (C) Desertification (D) Eutrophication 17. Which urban habitat is most likely to support aquatic species? (A) Busy streets (B) Concrete plazas (C) High-rise rooftops (D) Parks with ponds and wetlands 18. What is the primary goal of urban green infrastructure? (A) To reduce recreational spaces (B) To increase construction density (C) To enhance environmental sustainability and improve quality of life (D) To eliminate natural habitats 19. Which term refers to the process of converting vacant lots or underused spaces into green areas? (A) Urban sprawl (B) Urban renewal (C) Gentrification (D) Land reclamation 20. What factor is crucial for the success of urban wildlife corridors? (A) Noise pollution (B) High levels of human activity (C) Urban density (D) Connectivity between natural habitats