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