What is the significance of Montana being a Headwater state?

Watershed Conservation and Importance

Interactive Video
•
Science, Geography, Biology
•
6th - 8th Grade
•
Hard

Patricia Brown
FREE Resource
Read more
10 questions
Show all answers
1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
It is the source of three major watersheds.
It has the largest river in the world.
It has no impact on downstream water users.
It is the driest state in the USA.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How can a watershed be described?
A type of water filter.
A small pond in a forest.
A mountain range.
An area of land where all water drains to a common point.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is an example of a watershed in Montana?
The Amazon River
The Mississippi Watershed
The Great Lakes
The Nile River
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What role do rivers and streams play in a watershed?
They store water permanently.
They transport water and sediment out of the watershed.
They are only used for recreational activities.
They prevent any water from leaving the area.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the function of floodplains in a watershed?
They slow and absorb water, reducing flood impact.
They increase the speed of water flow.
They prevent any water from entering the area.
They are used for building skyscrapers.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why are riparian areas important?
They are the driest parts of a watershed.
They provide habitat and influence water bodies.
They are only found in deserts.
They have no impact on water quality.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What percentage of Montana's land is covered by riparian areas?
25%
1%
50%
10%
Create a free account and access millions of resources
Similar Resources on Quizizz
11 questions
Water Pollution and Watershed Concepts

Interactive video
•
6th - 8th Grade
11 questions
Water Resources and Watershed Protection

Interactive video
•
6th - 7th Grade
9 questions
Riparian Zones and Their Importance

Interactive video
•
6th - 7th Grade
9 questions
Watershed Health and Management

Interactive video
•
6th - 7th Grade
11 questions
Watershed Connections and Pollution Impacts in the Bay Area

Interactive video
•
6th - 8th Grade
8 questions
The Vital Role of Watersheds in Ecosystems and Wildlife Conservation

Interactive video
•
6th - 8th Grade
6 questions
Household Chemical Safety Practices

Interactive video
•
5th - 8th Grade
11 questions
Understanding the Water Cycle Concepts

Interactive video
•
6th - 8th Grade
Popular Resources on Quizizz
15 questions
Multiplication Facts

Quiz
•
4th Grade
25 questions
SS Combined Advisory Quiz

Quiz
•
6th - 8th Grade
40 questions
Week 4 Student In Class Practice Set

Quiz
•
9th - 12th Grade
40 questions
SOL: ILE DNA Tech, Gen, Evol 2025

Quiz
•
9th - 12th Grade
20 questions
NC Universities (R2H)

Quiz
•
9th - 12th Grade
15 questions
June Review Quiz

Quiz
•
Professional Development
20 questions
Congruent and Similar Triangles

Quiz
•
8th Grade
25 questions
Triangle Inequalities

Quiz
•
10th - 12th Grade