Classification of Living things
Diversity of Animals
Diversity of Plants
Endangered Species
Ecosystems
100

What are the five main kingdoms of living organisms?

Animals, Plants, Fungi, Protists, and Monera (Bacteria).

100

Which type of animal is known for having a backbone?

Vertebrates.

100

What process do plants use to make food?

Photosynthesis.

100

True or False: The African Penguin is considered endangered.

True

100

What term describes a community of interacting organisms and their environment?

Ecosystems

200

True or False: All plants make their own food through photosynthesis.

True

200

Name a characteristic unique to mammals.

They have hair or fur and produce milk for their young.

200

True or False: Ferns produce seeds.

False; they reproduce via spores.

200

Name an endangered animal found in South Africa.

Black rhino, African wild dog, or cheetah.

200

Which South African ecosystem is known for its unique plant biodiversity?

Fynbos

300

Give an example of an organism that belongs to the Fungi kingdom.

Mushroom, yeast, or mold.

300

What type of animal is a frog?

Amphibian

300

Name a plant adaptation that helps it conserve water.

Thick leaves, waxy surfaces, or deep roots.

300

What is the primary cause of animal endangerment in South Africa?

Habitat loss, poaching, and climate change.

300

Name an example of a freshwater ecosystem.

Rivers, lakes, or ponds.

400

What is the scientific term for an organism’s two-part Latin name?

Binomial nomenclature.

400

Give an example of an animal that is native to South Africa.

Examples include the African elephant, the springbok, or the lion

400

Which biome is characterized by low rainfall and plants like succulents?

Desert

400

Which organisation works to protect endangered species?

World Wildlife Fund (WWF).

400

How do plants contribute to an ecosystem?

They produce oxygen and provide food and habitat for animals.

500

Which kingdom includes single-celled organisms that live in extreme environments?

Monera (specifically, Archaea).

500

Which class of animals includes snakes and lizards?

Reptiles

500

Identify an indigenous South African plant.

Aloe, protea, or fynbos.

500

What is biodiversity, and why is it important?

Biodiversity is the variety of life on Earth, and it is important because it ensures ecosystem stability and resilience.

500

What is a keystone species?

A species that has a disproportionately large effect on its environment.

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