Virginia's Watershed Systems

Question 1

What is a reasonable action that provides safe water for communities?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

treat and purify the water source

Question 2

Which statement describes the Chesapeake Bay?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

The portion of the bay located in Virginia is on its east coast.

Question 3

Which statement gives one reason that watershed protection programs are needed in Virginia?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Dams can be damaged and may require repair.

Question 4

Which of Virginia’s watershed protection programs builds structures that protect areas from flooding?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Potomac River Basin Program

Question 5

Study the watershed map.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Chesapeake Bay

Question 6

Which type of land use most likely contaminates watersheds with pesticides?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

agricultural

Question 7

The map shows several rivers and bodies of water found in Virginia.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Chesapeake Bay

Question 8

Which correctly lists three items that are removed during the purification of wastewater?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

debris, chemicals, solids

Question 9

What is important in helping to keep Virginia’s watersheds clean?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

conservation

Question 10

Which is a possible side effect that polluted watersheds could have on Virginia’s economy?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Virginia’s inhabitants would likely need increased health care.

Virginia's Watershed Systems Answers