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Vermont forests are an important natural resource and form the basis for much of our economy.  It might not look like it, but Vermont forests are constantly changing. 

How much do you know about Vermont forests? Take the quiz below. (Click here to find out how you did.)

Quiz:

Vermont has more forest than:

A. Massachusetts
B. New York
C. The entire Mid-West region of the United States
D. All of the above

Instead of the trees we see today, what were the hills of Vermont covered with in 1840?

A. Wheat fields
B. Sheep grazing
C. Sunflowers
D. Cows chewing their cud

Once the hill farms of 1840 were abandoned, the trees started growing back. Some wild forest animals did not come back on their own and had to be brought back by people. Which animal was brought to Vermont from another state?

A. Black bear
B. Eastern coyote
C. Wild Turkey
D. Moose

What is our most celebrated and common tree in Vermont?

A. Sugar maple
B. Red maple
C. White pine
D. Eastern hemlock

About 80% of the forests in Vermont are owned by families and private landowners.  Which number is closest to the estimated number of private forest landowners in Vermont?

A. 12,600
B. 30,500
C. 50,000
D. 80,500

In Vermont we make many products from trees.  Which of the following is NOT a product made from Vermont trees?

A. Christmas trees and wreaths
B. Maple syrup and candy
C. Flavored coffees and cocoas
D. Wooden bowls

What do Vermont forests do for us?

A. Provide shade
B. Absorb noises
C. Prevent erosion
D. All of the above

How much do you know about Vermont forests?  Let’s check your answers!