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WorksheetsJourneys Lesson 8 Everglades Forever
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 7mins
What does the word conserving mean in the sentence below?
During the drought, we will be conserving water.
condensing
licensing
saving
transporting
What does the word vegetation mean in the sentence below?
The mountains are covered with different kinds of vegetation.
outfits
plants
vessels
water
What does the word restore mean in the sentence below?
The electric company worked hard to restore power to the homes.
reflect
release
repay
return
Which conjunction best completes the sentence below?
The volcano showed signs of being active, __________ some people refused to leave their homes.
and
because
or
yet
Which conjunction best completes the sentence below?
_______________ Maria worked in the garden, she walked her dog.
After
Because
If
Where
Which conjunction best completes the sentence below?
We can play a game, __________ we can paint a picture.
but
or
so
while
The author's main purpose in writing "Everglades Forever" is to:
explain and criticize
inform and persuade
exaggerate and persuade
inform and express emotions
An anhinga bird thermoregulates by:
basking in the sun
lowering its heart rate
perching in a mangrove
bathing in brackish water
What does the word elevation mean in the sentence below?
Even a few inches of elevation can make a difference in how wet or dry the soil remains throughout the year.
walking speed
distance above sea level
moisture from rain clouds
additional hiking companions
What does the word habitats mean in the sentence below?
These differences in moisture help create unique habitats, each with its own special set of plants and animals.
climates
types of trees
natural environments
zoos or nature centers
What is the best definition of brackish water?
pure rainwater
muddy drinking water
salty water from the ocean
fresh rainwater and salty seawater mixed together
Which animals rely on the habitat of the mangrove swamp?
egrets and lizards
anhingas and egrets
ospreys and cormorants
sea turtles and manatees
Solution holes are formed by a reaction between:
spider webs and soil
sawgrass and lichens
hammocks and sloughs
tannic acid and limestone
Which of the following is a reason the author suggests for saving the sawgrass prairie?
development
growth
marshes
silence
How do Ranger Jim's actions support the author's purpose?
He works as the author's research assistant.
He transports the children around the Everglades in a boat.
He signs up the children for the Everglades' junior ranger program.
He gives the children ideas about how they can help save the Everglades.
What belief about saving the Everglades drives the author's purpose?
It must be done to preserve all life on Earth.
People can do it if they start now and work hard.
The government is responsible for saving everything.
Finger glades are the most important parts to save.
Which sentence is written correctly?
I like dogs: cats and horses.
I like dogs cats, and horses.
I like dogs, cats, and horses.
I like: dogs; cats; and horses.
Which sentence is written correctly?
Dad wrote these items on the grocery list apple; oranges; and pears.
Dad wrote these items on the grocery list: apples oranges and pears.
Dad wrote these items on the grocery list: apples, oranges, and pears.
Dad wrote these items on the grocery list: apples; oranges; and pears.
What does the word regulate mean in the sentence below?
The rangers regulate activities within the park.
control
discourage
invite
want
What does the word review mean in the sentence below?
Dawn will review the materials for the test.
look over again
look over before
look over carefully
look over for the first time
