Tag: paleozoic era

The Paleozoic Era, spanning from 541 million years ago to 252 million years ago, witnessed the diversification of life on Earth, from the emergence of complex life forms to the occurrence of several mass extinctions. This quiz explores the ancient lifeforms, major events, and significant extinctions that shaped the Paleozoic Era.

The Paleozoic Era was a major division of geologic time that lasted from about 541 million years ago (mya) to 252 mya. It is often referred to as the "Age of Ancient Life" because it was during this time that the first complex life forms evolved and diversified. This quiz will test your knowledge of the Paleozoic Era.