I WONDER - What Is Swamp?

Swamps are wetlands with slow-moving or stagnant water, featuring diverse plant life including trees and shrubs. The water can vary from fresh to saltwater, depending on the location. Common trees in swamps include cypress, chapulu, and mangroves.

What type of water movement is typically found in swamps?

• Tidal waves

• Slow-moving or stagnant water

• Rapid currents

• Fast-moving water

What is a characteristic feature of swamps?

• Dry grasslands

• Wetlands with trees and shrubs

• Mountainous terrain

• Desert-like conditions

Which of the following best describes the water salinity in swamps?

• Always fresh

• Always saltwater

• Only brackish

• Can be fresh, brackish, or saltwater

Which tree is commonly found in swamp areas?

• Pine

• Cypress

• Oak

• Birch

Which of the following is not a tree found in swamps?

• Maple

• Mangroves

• Chapulu

• Cypress