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Okomu National Park
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  • 1. How many native plant species are found in the Okomu Forest Reserve?
A) 90
B) 22
C) 60
D) 45
  • 2. Which two plant families have the most species in the Okomu Forest Reserve?
A) Poisonous plants and herbs
B) Fungi and mushrooms
C) Euphorbiaceae and legumes
D) Rubber and oil-palm
  • 3. How many plant families have just one species each in the Okomu Forest Reserve?
A) 90
B) 45
C) 22
D) 60
  • 4. What types of plants were identified as beneficial medicinal plants in the reserve?
A) 90 native plant species
B) 22 plant families and 45 species
C) 50 leafy plants and 10 types of mushrooms
D) Rubber and oil-palm
  • 5. Why are the residents of various communities in the South-South region of Nigeria interested in the medicinal plants?
A) For illegal logging
B) For traditional healthcare practices
C) For commercial farming
D) For eco-tourism
  • 6. What is one major threat to Okomu National Park?
A) Formation of Local Advisory Committee
B) Large-scale illegal logging
C) Strict regulations for visitors
D) Partnership with foreign investors
  • 7. What did the executive director of LifeTag call for in 2009?
A) Urgent action by the Edo State government to prevent illegal encroachment and logging
B) Expansion of rubber plantations
C) Reduction of eco-tourism efforts
D) Dissolution of Local Advisory Committee
  • 8. What is the Federal government eager to partner with?
A) Visitors for strict regulations
B) Foreign investors for developing eco-tourism
C) Local communities for farming
D) NGOs for illegal logging
  • 9. What was established by the park's management in October 2010?
A) A Local Advisory Committee (LAC)
B) A rubber plantation
C) An illegal logging task force
D) A new eco-tourism project
  • 10. What is the purpose of the Local Advisory Committee?
A) To reduce eco-tourism efforts
B) To expand rubber plantations
C) To promote large-scale illegal logging
D) To provide a platform for park management and local communities to work together on mutual interests
  • 11. What did Mohammed Yakubu Kolo say about the establishment of LAC?
A) It will lead to more illegal encroachment
B) It will increase logging activities
C) It will reduce eco-tourism potential
D) It is the most significant move to guarantee protection of the park's resources and splendour
  • 12. What role does the forestry officer believe LAC will play?
A) Promote illegal logging
B) Help communities work together to stop poaching
C) Expand rubber plantations
D) Reduce eco-tourism
  • 13. Why is the protected area of Okomu National Forest considered vulnerable?
A) It is too small and without further protection efforts, it may not remain viable long into the future
B) Due to strict regulations for visitors
C) Because it has too many plant species
D) Because of successful eco-tourism partnerships
  • 14. Which endangered mammal is mentioned as inhabiting Okomu National Park?
A) White-throated guenon
B) African forest elephant
C) Red river hog
D) Thomas's galago
  • 15. How many species of mammals are present in Okomu National Park?
A) 33
B) 46
C) 150
D) 25-50
  • 16. What year was a one-year-old elephant carcass found in the park?
A) 2009
B) 2003
C) 1982
D) 2007
  • 17. Which of these mammals is not mentioned as inhabiting Okomu National Park?
A) Sitatunga
B) Civet cat
C) African buffalo
D) Dwarf crocodile
  • 18. Which vulnerable primate species can be found in Okomu National Park?
A) Chimpanzee
B) White-throated guenon
C) Thomas's galago
D) Mona monkey
  • 19. In which year were chimpanzees reported to be present in the region of Okomu National Park?
A) 2003
B) 2009
C) 2007
D) 1982
  • 20. Which bird species is not listed among those found in Okomu National Park?
A) Grey parrot
B) Fish eagle
C) Cattle egret
D) Angolan pitta
  • 21. How many species of birds have been identified in the park?
A) 25–50
B) 46
C) 33
D) About 150
  • 22. How many species of molluscs were found in a small area survey?
A) 25–50
B) 33
C) 46
D) 150
  • 23. Which family of snails accounted for over a third of the molluscs found in Okomu National Park?
A) Streptaxidae
B) African forest elephant
C) White-throated guenon
D) Red river hog
  • 24. How many species of butterflies are present in Okomu National Park?
A) Over 700
B) 46
C) 33
D) 150
  • 25. What was Okomu National Park originally known as?
A) Edo Forest Reserve
B) Nigerian Lowland Forests
C) Okomu Wildlife Sanctuary
D) Benin Rainforest
  • 26. What is the approximate size of Okomu National Park?
A) 500 km2
B) 1000 km2
C) 300 km2
D) 200 km2
  • 27. How far is Okomu National Park from Benin City?
A) 50 km southeast
B) 60 km northwest
C) 80 km northeast
D) 70 km southwest
  • 28. What natural feature defines the eastern boundary of Okomu National Park?
A) Niger River
B) Ovia River
C) Benin River
D) Osse River
  • 29. Which organization took over management of the sanctuary in 1987?
A) World Wildlife Fund (WWF)
B) Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF)
C) Greenpeace
D) Conservation International
  • 30. What year was the sanctuary taken over by the National Park Service?
A) 2005
B) 1999
C) 2010
D) 1987
  • 31. Which of these trees is NOT mentioned as common in Okomu National Park?
A) Kapok
B) Triplochiton scleroxylon
C) Baobab
D) Celtis zenkeri
  • 32. What is the height of one of the tree houses in Okomu National Park?
A) 30 metres (98 ft)
B) 60 metres (197 ft)
C) 50 metres (164 ft)
D) 43 metres (140 ft)
  • 33. What type of monkeys are often found in the fig trees near the park entrance?
A) Chimpanzees
B) Gorillas
C) Mona monkeys
D) Baboons
  • 34. Which of these is NOT a type of vegetation found in Okomu National Park?
A) High forest
B) Swamp-forest
C) Secondary forest
D) Savanna woodland
  • 35. What was one reason for the establishment of a wildlife sanctuary in Okomu National Park?
A) Urban development
B) Agricultural expansion
C) Oil exploration
D) High biodiversity
  • 36. What is a potential drawback of managing Okomu National Park?
A) Eliminating tourism completely
B) Stopping all conservation efforts
C) Encouraging deforestation
D) Reconciling development with preservation
  • 37. What is one of the visitor amenities available in Okomu Forest Reserve?
A) Amusement parks
B) Well-maintained visitor centers
C) Swimming pools
D) Shopping malls
  • 38. Which activity is offered for those interested in exploring the diverse ecosystems of Okomu Forest Reserve?
A) Skiing
B) Guided nature walks
C) Mountain biking
D) Rock climbing
  • 39. What type of tours provide insights into conservation efforts and local ecology in Okomu Forest Reserve?
A) Educational guided tours
B) City sightseeing tours
C) Culinary tours
D) Adventure sports tours
  • 40. For bird enthusiasts, what activity is available at Okomu Forest Reserve?
A) Bird watching
B) Fishing
C) Horseback riding
D) Kayaking
  • 41. What unique perspective can visitors experience through canopy tours in Okomu Forest Reserve?
A) Soaring among the treetops
B) Exploring underground caves
C) Diving into deep lakes
D) Sailing on open seas
  • 42. What is offered for a leisurely escape amidst the lush surroundings of Okomu Forest Reserve?
A) Beach volleyball courts
B) Amphitheaters
C) Golf courses
D) Designated picnic areas
  • 43. What type of accommodation options does Okomu Forest Reserve offer for extended stays?
A) Comfortable accommodation options
B) Camping sites
C) Luxury hotels
D) Hostels
  • 44. Which governmental agency is responsible for the oversight of national parks in Nigeria?
A) Ministry of Agriculture
B) National Parks Service (NPS)
C) Department of Wildlife
D) Environmental Protection Agency
  • 45. What type of environmental problem might the low diversity of terrestrial molluscs indicate?
A) Subtle environmental problems
B) Overpopulation
C) Stable ecosystem
D) High biodiversity
  • 46. How does the molluscan diversity in Okomu National Park compare to that of Cameroon and Sabah?
A) No comparison available
B) Higher diversity
C) Similar diversity
D) Much lower diversity
  • 47. When did representatives of the park's management meet with leaders from bordering communities?
A) 2009
B) October 2010
C) 1999
D) 2023
  • 48. Who said the establishment of LAC is significant for protecting Okomu Park?
A) Local farming leaders
B) Federal government representatives
C) Mohammed Yakubu Kolo
D) The executive director of LifeTag
  • 49. What is a key component of Okomu National Park's conservation technique?
A) Encouraging illegal logging for economic gain
B) Ignoring community needs and concerns
C) Stringent law enforcement
D) Relaxing legal restrictions on park activities
  • 50. What is one of the primary sources of revenue for Okomu National Park?
A) Tourism Revenue
B) Oil production
C) Agricultural exports
D) Fishing licenses
  • 51. Under what conditions are river cruises available in Okomu Forest Reserve?
A) During winter only
B) Only at night
C) When conditions permit
D) On weekends exclusively
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