Wetlands Review

A land area that is covered with water for part of the year is called:

• Lake
• Wetland
• River

Which type of wetland has peat moss and receives most of its' water from precipitation?

• Bog
• Marsh
• Swamp

Which type of wetland is formed near the mouth of rivers and contains tall grasses for migratory birds?

• Bog
• Marsh
• Swamp

Which type of wetland is located near low-lying areas and contains shrubs and trees with large bases?

• Bog
• Marsh
• Swamp

Which of the following is a reason why wetlands are important?

• It acts as a filtering system
• It's a place where birds die
• It lets water pass through

How much of the wetlands have disappeared since the 1700s?

• 30 %
• 50 %
• 70 W%

Can wetlands help prevent flooding?

• Yes
• No

Wetlands are home to what animals?

• Migratory Birds
• Endangered Species
• Water Birds
• All