GEOGRAPHY QUIZ

why are wetlands important?

• Wetlands are important for water filtration, flood control, wildlife habitat, and carbon sequestration.
• Wetlands are primarily used for agriculture.
• Wetlands are only important for recreational activities.
• Wetlands have no impact on climate change.

Historically, people preferred living on ___________ to avoid attacks.

_______________Valley is formed when fast flowing water cuts through mountain rocks.

• V-Shaped

• U-Shaped

• rift

• Indus Valley

Which Course is this?

​ ​ ​ ​ ​ (a)   ​

• Upper Course
• Lower Course
• Middle Course

What role do wetlands play in supporting biodiversity?

• Wetlands provide critical habitats for many species of plants and animals.

• Wetlands are only home to fish species.

• Wetlands do not support any form of life.

• Wetlands are primarily used for urban development.

How do wetlands contribute to climate regulation?

• Wetlands are only important for local weather patterns.

• Wetlands have no effect on climate regulation.

• Wetlands store carbon and help mitigate climate change effects.

• Wetlands increase greenhouse gas emissions.

What are the primary threats to wetland ecosystems?

• Urban development and pollution.

• Increased rainfall and flooding.

• None of the above.

• Natural disasters only.

Which of the following is a characteristic feature of a wetland?

• Only terrestrial vegetation.

• Consistent dry conditions.

• Presence of standing water for part of the year.

• High salinity levels.

How do wetlands help in controlling floods?

• By promoting urban development.

• By absorbing excess rainwater and slowing down runoff.

• By increasing the speed of water flow.

• By providing no significant impact on flood control.

What ecosystem services do wetlands provide?

• Wetlands only serve as recreational areas.

• Wetlands provide services such as water purification, habitat for wildlife, and flood protection.

• Wetlands primarily support agricultural activities.

• Wetlands are not beneficial to the environment.