Questions: Why are similar biomes found on different continents?

The answer is the second one: because those areas have similar climates.

Explanation for each option:

1. Because biomes are only found in North America: This is incorrect. Biomes are found all over the world, not just in North America. Biomes are large ecological areas on the Earth's surface, with fauna and flora adapting to their environment. Examples include deserts, forests, grasslands, and tundras, which are found on multiple continents.

2. Because those areas have similar climates: This is correct. Biomes are defined by their climate and the life forms that inhabit them. Similar climates in different parts of the world lead to the development of similar biomes. For example, deserts in Africa (Sahara) and North America (Mojave) have similar climates and thus share similar characteristics in terms of vegetation and animal life.

3. Because those areas have different climates: This is incorrect. Different climates would result in different biomes. For instance, a tropical rainforest biome cannot exist in a desert climate because the conditions required for each are vastly different.

Summary: Similar biomes are found on different continents because those areas have similar climates, which leads to the development of similar ecological characteristics and life forms.