BrainPOP Everglades Landmark

Which term best describes the Everglades?

• A saltwater habitat

• A land biome

• A river of grass

The Everglades is also known as "the river of grass" because:

• it is made of grass

• it is a river

• it is a wetland

South Florida experiences all 4 seasons.

• True

• False

The Everglades' climate is different than in most other parts of the United States in that

• it is either dry or cold

• it is either wet or hot

• it is either dry or wet

• it is either hot or cold

Who lives in the Everglades? (select all that apply)

• the Miccosukee

• the Seminole

• birds

• panther

Why did the Seminole Indians decide to live in the Everglades?

• To take advantage of its plentiful resources

• To make room for their growing population

• Because they preferred its climate

• To preserve their independence

Invasive species help the ecology systems of the Everglades.

• True

• False

What are mangroves?

• trees

• birds

• mammals

• Native Americans

The residents of south Florida depend on the Everglades for which of the following natural resources?

• Land

• Timber

• Water

• Food

How much area does Everglades National Park cover?

• 4000 miles

• 4000 square miles

• 3000 square miles