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Env. Sci. Article: Mangrove Ecosystem Quiz

Authored by Jonathan Marks

Science

9th Grade

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Env. Sci. Article: Mangrove Ecosystem Quiz
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following animals is mentioned as using mangrove roots as a nursery?

Sharks

Groupers

Tarpon

Small fish and crustaceans

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role do mangroves play during hurricanes?

They increase the strength of the storm

They act as a buffer to absorb water and waves

They provide shelter for humans

They prevent hurricanes from forming

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary characteristic of the above-water parts of mangrove trees?

They are widely spaced apart

They are tightly packed together

They grow in straight lines

They are covered in flowers

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of water do mangroves typically grow in?

Freshwater only

Saltwater only

Brackish water

Polluted water

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary predator mentioned that hunts near mangrove roots?

Sharks

Tarpon

Dolphins

Crabs

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the maximum size a tarpon can grow to, as mentioned in the text?

4 feet and 100 pounds

6 feet and 200 pounds

8 feet and 250 pounds

10 feet and 300 pounds

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one reason why small fish are safe among mangrove roots?

The roots produce a chemical that repels predators

Predatory fish cannot fit between the roots

The roots are too deep for predators to reach

The roots camouflage the fish from predators

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NGSS.MS-LS2-4

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