- 1. Which era saw the extinction of most of the megafauna in Europe?
A) Pleistocene
B) Miocene
C) Triassic
D) Jurassic
- 2. What is one theory that explains the extinction of megafauna in Europe?
A) Climate change
B) Overhunting by humans
C) Infectious diseases
D) Interspecies competition
- 3. Which large cat species was part of the European megafauna?
A) Tiger
B) Snow leopard
C) Jaguar
D) Cave lion
- 4. What is a characteristic of the woolly rhinoceros that helped it adapt to cold climates?
A) Sharp tusks
B) Large ears
C) Long tail
D) Thick fur
- 5. Which species among the European megafauna was known for its massive antlers?
A) Megaloceros
B) Irish elk
C) Giant deer
D) Cave bear
- 6. Which region generally had a milder climate during the Pleistocene, allowing diverse megafauna to thrive?
A) Eastern Europe
B) Northern Europe
C) Western Europe
D) Southern Europe
- 7. What was the primary food source for the European cave lion?
A) Insects
B) Fish
C) Carrion
D) Large herbivores
- 8. Which species of hominin likely interacted with the megafauna in Europe?
A) Homo sapiens
B) Neanderthals
C) Homo erectus
D) Australopithecus
- 9. What is a significant risk factor for megafauna extinctions worldwide?
A) Human activities
B) Climate stability
C) Predator-prey relationships
D) Availability of resources
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