Water Conservation and Protection Texas TEKS

Why is it important to conserve water?

• it helps plants grow faster

• So we can have water in our future

• it makes water taste better

• it makes water more colorful

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Which of the following is a way to conserve water at home?

• Leaving the faucet ON while brushing teeth

• Taking LONG showers

• Turning OFF the faucet when brushing teeth

• Watering the garden EVERY DAY

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Explain why keeping trash out of bodies of water is important.

• It makes the water look prettier

• It helps protect the animals and plants living in the water

• It makes the water colder

• It helps the water evaporate faster

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What happens if we do not conserve water?

• We will have more water to use

• We won't have water in the future

• Water will become sweeter

• Water will change color

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Which of the following actions helps protect natural water sources?

• Throwing trash into rivers

• Planting trees near water bodies

• Using more plastic bottles

• Building more roads near lakes

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Describe a simple way to save water while washing hands.

• Use hot water only

• Keep the water running the whole time

• Turn off the water while scrubbing hands with soap

• Use a lot of soap

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Why should we avoid throwing trash into lakes and rivers?

• It makes the water taste bad

• It can harm fish and other wildlife

• It makes the water warmer

• It makes the water flow faster

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What is one reason water conservation is important for the environment?

• It gets rid of water we have

• It helps plants and animals have enough water to survive

• It makes water more expensive

• It makes water evaporate faster

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Which of the following is NOT a way to conserve water?

• Fixing leaks in the house

• Using a broom instead of a hose to clean driveways

• Letting the faucet run while washing dishes

• Collecting rainwater for gardening

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How does conserving water help the community?

• It makes the community more colorful

• So everyone has enough water to use

• It makes the community quieter

• It makes more trash in the community

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