Chapter 3 & 4 Review

What is a watershed?

• A shed with water

• An area that provides runoff for a stream or reservoir

• A cloud that holds precipitation

• A well with water in it

Which of these is not an example of a watershed?

• Field

• Farmland

• Forest

• Swimming pool

True or false. The steeper the terrain, the quicker the water drainage

• True

• False

Why are watersheds important?

• Provides a healthy water supply and places for recreation

• Provides water for irrigation and local industry

• Provides places to live and nest for wildlife

• All of the above

In a watershed, where would water drain more slowly?

• Soil with a high clay content

• Soil with a high sand content

Fish that live in freshwater and saltwater are called...

• Multiwatered

• Aquamarine

• Euryhaline

• Talented

The more oxygen a fish's bladder contains, the lower the fish submerges into the water

• True

• False

The caudal fin helps the fish with

• Speed and movement

• Floating

• Sensing the water

• Balance

What part of a fish's body is used for breathing?

• Pectoral Fin

• Caudal Peduncle

• Lateral Line

• Gills

Which of these is NOT an example of an adaptation?

• Gills for breathing

• Slimy scales to escape from prey

• Fins for swimming and steering

• Fishes blowing bubbles