the AVERAGE weather over a long period of time
climate
the plant life of an area
vegetation
fruit and vegetables that come from a seasonal harvest
crops
Which of these is safest to drink if you are very thirsty?
A) River or lake water without boiling
B) Rainwater or boiled water
C) Saltwater from the ocean
B) Rainwater or boiled water
a large area of flat land
plains
an area of land that is mostly flat and at a higher elevation than the area surrounding it
plateau
to make a change in something
affect
What should you do if you see a bear in the wild?
A) Run away as fast as you can
B) Back away slowly
C) Try to feed it to make friends
B) Back away slowly
environmental; related to the interaction between plants, animals, and their environment
ecological
a place in the desert with water and trees
oasis
level; having a surface that is not raised or curved
flat
If you are caught in a thunderstorm, where is the safest place to go?
A) Under a tall tree
B) In an open field
C) Inside a car
C) Inside a low building or car
related to conditions that are changing
transitional
expanse; amount of space between people, places, or things
distance
to continue to live
survive
What should you do if you are in water and see a shark?
A) Splash and try to scare it
B) Swim as fast as you can
C) Stay calm, keep your eyes on it, and slowly move to shore
C) Stay calm, keep your eyes on it, and slowly move to shore
occurring in a warm, moist climate; related to the areas near the Equator
tropical
a huge grassy plateau that experiences a rainy season and a dry season
savanna
to be given something; to get
recieve
Question: Where should you store food while camping in the USA?
A) Inside your tent
B) In a backpack on the ground outside your tent
C) Hung high in a tree
C) Hung high in a tree
This way, you won't attract bears!