- 1. Which era saw the extinction of most of the megafauna in Europe?
A) Pleistocene
B) Triassic
C) Jurassic
D) Miocene
- 2. What is one theory that explains the extinction of megafauna in Europe?
A) Interspecies competition
B) Overhunting by humans
C) Climate change
D) Infectious diseases
- 3. Which large cat species was part of the European megafauna?
A) Tiger
B) Jaguar
C) Cave lion
D) Snow leopard
- 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) Giant deer
C) Cave bear
D) Irish elk
- 6. Which region generally had a milder climate during the Pleistocene, allowing diverse megafauna to thrive?
A) Southern Europe
B) Western Europe
C) Northern Europe
D) Eastern Europe
- 7. What was the primary food source for the European cave lion?
A) Large herbivores
B) Insects
C) Fish
D) Carrion
- 8. Which species of hominin likely interacted with the megafauna in Europe?
A) Neanderthals
B) Homo erectus
C) Australopithecus
D) Homo sapiens
- 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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