Check your watershed knowledge with this quiz. For help and for information about the South Grand River Watershed Alliance, check www.sgrwa.org. Answers to this quiz are at the bottom of the page.<\/p>\n
1.)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u201cThe area of land that catches rain and snow and drains or seeps into a marsh, stream, river, lake or ground water\u201d is the definition of:<\/p>\n
a.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 river
\nb.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 lake
\nc.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 watershed
\nd.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 aquifer<\/p>\n
2.) Which of the following are functions of a rain garden that contribute to better water quality?<\/p>\n
a.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 they are pretty
\nb.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 they absorb 30% more rainwater than a comparable area of lawn.
\nc.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 the native plants recommended for rain gardens help the rainfall to be absorbed where it falls rather than being channeled into a stormwater drain.
\nd.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 rain gardens help filter out pollutants.<\/p>\n
3.) Which of the following are not <\/span>true of stormwater runoff?<\/p>\n a.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 as it washes across impervious surfaces, stormwater carries oil, herbicides, pesticides, heavy metals, pet wastes and other contaminants into the waterways. 4. Which of the following does not contribute to the restoration and protection of our waters?<\/p>\n a.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 a riparian zone of natural vegetation along each side of a stream 5. Which of the following is not true of ephemeral streams?<\/p>\n a.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 they are so small they are insignificant to the health of the waters in the watershed 6.) It is essential that we protect, restore and conserve our water resource because:<\/p>\n a.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 even though 75% of the earth\u2019s surface is covered with water, only three tenths of a percent is readily available for humans and other species that depend on it 7.) Actions individuals can take as responsible stewards of our water resource are:<\/p>\n a.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 reduce or eliminate the use of chemicals on lawns 8.) Water quality can be protected with Low Impact Development. Which of the following is not a characteristic of LID?<\/p>\n a.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 narrow streets 9.)\u00a0 True or False\u2014the greatest threat to water quality is human activities.<\/p>\n 10.)\u00a0 True of False\u2014Agricultural practices that leave a buffer area of natural vegetation along streams significantly reduce contamination of waterways.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Answers:<\/strong> Check your watershed knowledge with this quiz. For help and for information about the South Grand River Watershed Alliance, check www.sgrwa.org. Answers to this quiz are at the bottom of the page. 1.)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u201cThe area of land that catches rain … Continue reading
\nb.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 it contributes to erosion.
\nc.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 It causes changes to the chemistry and temperature of a stream.
\nd.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 It goes to a treatment plant before it is discharged into a waterway.
\ne.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 It is discharged directly into waterways without going through a treatment facility.<\/p>\n
\nb.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 a diversity of native plants and animal species in the riparian corridor
\nc.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 mowed and well manicured turf up to the edge of the stream
\nd.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u201cstraightening\u201d the stream to speed up the runoff
\ne.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 allowing a stream room to naturally meander.<\/p>\n
\nb.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 they are very small drainages that may not have water in them much of the year
\nc.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 they make up at least 75% of the drainage system of the watershed
\nd.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 they are highly significant and contribute greatly to the health of the entire watershed.<\/p>\n
\nb.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 with an increasing human population demands for this limited resource are growing
\nc.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 it is the responsible thing to do<\/p>\n
\nb.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 use native plants in landscaping
\nc.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 be an advocate for protecting and restoring our waterways
\nd.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 use our water resource wisely by conserving
\ne.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 use a rain garden\/s in landscaping
\nf.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 install rain barrels
\ng.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 pick up your pet\u2019s wastes and dispose of properly<\/p>\n
\nb.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 clustered houses
\nc.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 large areas of open space with natural vegetation
\nd.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 mowed and manicured open space
\ne.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 rain gardens
\nf.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 grassy swales along streets<\/p>\n
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