Rainforest and Aquatic Plant Adaptations

What did Mia use to help her breathe while snorkeling?

• An oxygen tank

• A life jacket

• A snorkel and mask

• A diving bell

How do underwater plants adapt to their environment?

• By producing bright flowers

• By having flexible leaves and stems

• By growing taller than other plants

• By having thick, rigid leaves

Why do some plants have bright colors and grow close to the ground in the rainforest?

• To avoid being eaten by animals

• To conserve water

• To blend in with the surroundings

• To attract birds and insects for pollination

What is the purpose of poison in some plants?

• To store more water

• To attract more sunlight

• To help in faster growth

• To protect from animals or bugs

Why do some rainforest plants have large, slippery leaves?

• To attract more insects

• To store more nutrients

• To catch more sunlight and shed rainwater

• To climb higher in the trees