- What is the primary goal of in-situ conservation? a) To preserve species in their natural habitat
b) To breed species in captivity
c) To increase human activity in natural habitats
d) To introduce non-native species to new areasAnswer: a) To preserve species in their natural habitat - Which of the following is a major method used in ex-situ conservation? a) Establishing wildlife sanctuaries
b) Creating national parks
c) Breeding programs in zoos
d) Habitat restorationAnswer: c) Breeding programs in zoos - Which of the following best describes a wildlife corridor? a) A protected area for endangered species
b) A natural route that connects fragmented habitats
c) A facility for breeding endangered species
d) A laboratory for studying animal behaviorAnswer: b) A natural route that connects fragmented habitats - What is the purpose of a captive breeding program? a) To introduce non-native species to an area
b) To breed endangered species to increase their population
c) To monitor animal behavior in the wild
d) To prevent illegal poachingAnswer: b) To breed endangered species to increase their population - Which of the following strategies aims to restore ecosystems and provide habitats for endangered species? a) Reforestation
b) Wildlife tourism
c) Ecotourism
d) Public awareness programsAnswer: a) Reforestation - What does the term “gene bank” refer to in conservation? a) A facility where animals are bred in captivity
b) A collection of genetic material from endangered species
c) A wildlife park that exhibits endangered species
d) A community fund for conservation activitiesAnswer: b) A collection of genetic material from endangered species - Which of the following is a successful example of a species recovery program through ex-situ conservation? a) Giant panda breeding in zoos
b) Sea turtle nesting in protected beaches
c) Yellowstone wolf reintroduction program
d) Reintroduction of wild bison into the wildAnswer: a) Giant panda breeding in zoos - What is the role of conservation laws and policies in protecting endangered species? a) They allow for more hunting of endangered species
b) They regulate human activities that negatively affect species
c) They encourage habitat destruction
d) They only apply to species found in zoosAnswer: b) They regulate human activities that negatively affect species - Which of the following is the main reason for species extinction? a) Natural disasters
b) Human activities such as deforestation and poaching
c) Loss of biodiversity
d) Climate change onlyAnswer: b) Human activities such as deforestation and poaching - Which organization is primarily responsible for listing endangered species and overseeing international protection efforts? a) World Health Organization
b) United Nations Environment Programme
c) World Wildlife Fund
d) International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)Answer: d) International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) - Which conservation strategy involves protecting ecosystems to ensure the survival of endangered species? a) Ecosystem-based conservation
b) Species-specific conservation
c) Landscape restoration
d) Protection through legislationAnswer: a) Ecosystem-based conservation - What is the primary goal of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES)? a) To prevent the illegal trade of endangered species
b) To encourage breeding of endangered species in zoos
c) To create national parks and reserves
d) To promote ecotourismAnswer: a) To prevent the illegal trade of endangered species - What is habitat fragmentation? a) The introduction of invasive species
b) The breaking of large, continuous habitats into smaller, isolated areas
c) The construction of wildlife corridors
d) The increase in the size of protected areasAnswer: b) The breaking of large, continuous habitats into smaller, isolated areas - Which of the following is an effective way to increase public awareness about endangered species? a) Banning all hunting
b) Educational campaigns and outreach programs
c) Limiting scientific research
d) Ignoring habitat lossAnswer: b) Educational campaigns and outreach programs - Which is a key principle of the restoration ecology approach to conservation? a) Removal of all non-native species
b) Ensuring ecosystems return to their natural state
c) Establishing more wildlife reserves
d) Preventing human intervention in ecosystemsAnswer: b) Ensuring ecosystems return to their natural state - What does the term “inbreeding depression” refer to in the context of conservation? a) The increase in genetic diversity due to selective breeding
b) The decline in genetic health due to breeding within a small population
c) The loss of habitat due to human activities
d) The success of species recovery programsAnswer: b) The decline in genetic health due to breeding within a small population - Which of the following is an example of a conservation program that integrates community involvement? a) The Yellowstone National Park program
b) Community-based conservation programs in Africa
c) The Antarctic Treaty
d) The Global Wildlife ProgramAnswer: b) Community-based conservation programs in Africa - What is one of the major challenges in conserving species in their natural habitats? a) Over-regulation of human activities
b) Climate change and habitat loss
c) Over-population of endangered species
d) Lack of animal behavior studiesAnswer: b) Climate change and habitat loss - Which of the following is a strategy used to help endangered species adapt to environmental changes? a) Translocation and reintroduction programs
b) Allowing natural selection to take place without interference
c) Decreasing human involvement in ecosystems
d) Restricting genetic diversity in breeding programsAnswer: a) Translocation and reintroduction programs - Which of the following species was successfully reintroduced into the wild through a conservation program? a) The white rhinoceros
b) The Tasmanian tiger
c) The American bison
d) The Galápagos tortoiseAnswer: c) The American bison - What is a primary focus of the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) in terms of conservation? a) Genetic research of endangered species
b) Establishing zoos for breeding endangered species
c) Promoting the sustainable use of natural resources and protecting habitats
d) Preventing human expansion into rural areasAnswer: c) Promoting the sustainable use of natural resources and protecting habitats - What does “ecological restoration” aim to achieve in conservation? a) To modify ecosystems to make them more productive
b) To recreate ecosystems that have been damaged or destroyed
c) To remove all non-native species from an ecosystem
d) To breed endangered species in zoosAnswer: b) To recreate ecosystems that have been damaged or destroyed - Which of the following is one of the consequences of over-exploitation of endangered species? a) Habitat fragmentation
b) The extinction of species
c) Increased biodiversity
d) Recovery of species populationsAnswer: b) The extinction of species - Which international treaty aims to prevent the illegal trade of endangered species? a) Kyoto Protocol
b) CITES
c) Montreal Protocol
d) Paris AgreementAnswer: b) CITES - What is the significance of biodiversity hotspots in conservation efforts? a) They are areas with the highest levels of species richness and endemism, critical for conservation
b) They are only useful for tourism purposes
c) They are areas unaffected by human activities
d) They only focus on large mammals and birdsAnswer: a) They are areas with the highest levels of species richness and endemism, critical for conservation - What does the “Endangered Species Act” primarily focus on? a) Creating zoos for endangered species
b) Protecting habitats for all wildlife
c) The protection and recovery of species at risk of extinction
d) Promoting eco-tourism for conservationAnswer: c) The protection and recovery of species at risk of extinction - Which is a key factor in ensuring the success of habitat restoration projects? a) Reducing human involvement
b) Increasing genetic diversity in species
c) Immediate reintroduction of species
d) Creating large, contiguous protected areasAnswer: d) Creating large, contiguous protected areas - Which of the following is an example of a successful reintroduction program? a) Reintroduction of the gray wolf in Yellowstone
b) Breeding of tigers in captivity
c) Preservation of polar bear habitats
d) The use of herbicides to control invasive speciesAnswer: a) Reintroduction of the gray wolf in Yellowstone - Which of the following is a primary benefit of ecotourism in conservation efforts? a) Increase in illegal poaching
b) Financial support for conservation programs
c) Reduction in public awareness of conservation issues
d) Complete abandonment of wildlife areasAnswer: b) Financial support for conservation programs - What is a primary concern when managing small populations of endangered species? a) Maintaining their natural predation relationships
b) Preventing inbreeding and maintaining genetic diversity
c) Minimizing human intervention
d) Limiting their access to food resourcesAnswer: b) Preventing inbreeding and maintaining genetic diversity
MCQs on “Conservation Strategies for Endangered Species”
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