Wetlands Quiz

What is a wetland?

• A land with dry soil

• A land with wet soil

• A land with tall trees

• A land with no plants

What is the purpose of wetlands in controlling floods?

• They repel water to prevent flooding

• They make floods worse

• They absorb water like a sponge

• They have no impact on floods

How do wetlands filter water naturally?

• By absorbing pollutants from the water

• By slowing down the flow of water

• By increasing the water flow

• By releasing chemicals into the water

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Why are wetlands important for wildlife?

• They are dangerous for wildlife

• They are not suitable for wildlife

• They have no impact on wildlife

• They provide a home for endangered species

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What is the impact of human development on wetlands?

• It improves the quality of wetlands

• It has no impact on wetlands

• It helps in preserving wetlands

• It leads to the destruction of wetlands

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What is the main reason for the destruction of wetlands?

• Natural disasters

• Climate change

• Wildlife migration

• Human activities

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Why are wetlands considered important for flood protection?

• They repel water to prevent flooding

• They make floods worse

• They absorb excess water like a sponge

• They have no impact on floods

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What is the impact of pollution on wetlands?

• It helps in preserving wetlands

• It has no impact on wetlands

• It improves the quality of wetlands

• It leads to the destruction of wetlands

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What is the Everglades known for?

• Being a desert

• Being a forest

• Being a mountain range

• Being a wetland

What can individuals do to help protect wetlands?

• Write to government officials

• Ignore the importance of wetlands

• Do nothing to protect wetlands

• Destroy wetlands for development

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