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Earth’s Land Biomes

The map above shows the six major land biomes on Earth. Examine the map carefully. Then follow the instructions below.

1. Label North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa, and Australia on the map.

2. Color each block in the key a different color.3. Color the biomes on the map, using the same colors you used in the key.4. Write the names of the biomes in the key.5. Mark a red dot where you live. In which biome do you live?

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6. Locate the equator on the map. Which biome is most common along the equator?________________________________________________________________________

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Key:

Ecosystems and Biomes ■ Enrich

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