Magic School Bus Gets Swamped

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What is a wetland?

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A wetland is land that is very saturated and wet, often home to various plants and animals.

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Name a type of wetland.

Back

Swamp.

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What animals can be found in wetlands?

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Frogs, mosquitoes, and beavers.

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What plants are commonly found in wetlands?

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Cattails and tall grasses.

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True or False: Wetlands help prevent floods.

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True.

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How do beavers change their environment?

Back

Beavers build dams.

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What is one benefit of wetlands?

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They provide habitat for wildlife.

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What is the role of cattails in wetlands?

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Cattails help filter water and provide shelter for animals.

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What do wetlands help to maintain?

Back

Wetlands help maintain water quality.

Front

What is the difference between a swamp and a marsh?

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A swamp has more trees, while a marsh has more grasses.