Wetlands Quiz

Which of the following is NOT a type of wetland mentioned in the text?

• Bog
• Swamp
• Marsh
• Desert

What type of vegetation is found in wetlands?

• Desert plants
• Cacti
• Hydrophytic vegetation
• Grasslands

What is a wetland?

• A place that is always dry
• A place where the land is wet
• A type of desert
• A mountain area

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What misconception about wetlands is mentioned in the text?

• Wetlands are only found in tropical areas.
• Wetlands are useless and should be filled in.
• Wetlands are always dry.
• Wetlands are only for plants.

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What is detritus in the context of wetlands?

• A kind of soil.
• A type of fish.
• Decaying plants and animals that provide food.
• A type of pollution.

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How do wetlands benefit the environment?

• By increasing pollution levels.
• By providing habitats for wildlife.
• By drying out nearby areas.
• By reducing biodiversity.

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What do wetlands do to dirty water?

• They turn it into ice
• They have no effect on it
• They filter and clean it
• They make it dirtier

How do wetlands help with flood control?

• They create more rain
• They make land drier
• They absorb excess water
• They block rivers

What happens when wetlands are destroyed?

• They turn into deserts
• They become more useful
• They provide more homes for wildlife
• They can lead to environmental problems

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What is one action people can take to help wetlands?

• Fill in wetlands for development.
• Dump waste in wetlands.
• Educate others about their importance.
• Ignore wetland areas.

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