Understanding Mangroves

What makes mangroves unique compared to most other trees?

• They have no roots.

• They grow only in deserts.

• They thrive in salty water environments.

• They grow in freshwater lakes.

How do mangroves help protect the land during storms?

• By growing taller.

• By absorbing all the water.

• By changing their leaf color.

• By acting as a barrier against waves.

Why do mangrove leaves change color?

• To shed leaves in winter.

• To signal other trees.

• To protect from too much sunlight.

• To attract insects.

What is the purpose of the special seeds produced by mangroves?

• To store water.

• To feed the animals.

• To repel insects.

• To float and find new places to grow.

How do mangroves serve as homes for animals?

• By changing the water's color.

• By growing fruits.

• By scaring away predators.

• By providing food and shelter.