All humans need water to survive. Water is needed to grow and produce food, maintain our homes, keep us clean, and most importantly, keep our bodies alive. Although 70% of Earth is covered in water, only about 3% is drinkable, freshwater. The supply of freshwater, as well as wildlife found in bodies of freshwater, is currently threatened by human activity. Think about all the ways humans can harm freshwater areas.

Question

Which statements are true about the way human activity is harming the quality, quantity, and wildlife of freshwater? (Choose 4)
Responses
A Freshwater fish migration routes are blocked and freshwater habitats are harmed by dams.Freshwater fish migration routes are blocked and freshwater habitats are harmed by dams.
B To prevent freshwater shortage, humans can monitor their use of water and change wasteful habits.To prevent freshwater shortage, humans can monitor their use of water and change wasteful habits.
C Fertilizers for urban use, such as on golf courses, can cause freshwater pollution.Fertilizers for urban use, such as on golf courses, can cause freshwater pollution.
D Pesticides in agricultural areas drain into freshwater bodies with rain.Pesticides in agricultural areas drain into freshwater bodies with rain.
E When freshwater quantities become low, humans can help by watering their lawns more, replenishing the groundwater supply.When freshwater quantities become low, humans can help by watering their lawns more, replenishing the groundwater supply.
F Factory wastes should be poured into the ground so it will not harm freshwater sources.

Answer 1

The following statements are true about the way human activity is harming the quality, quantity, and wildlife of freshwater:

A. Freshwater fish migration routes are blocked and freshwater habitats are harmed by dams.
C. Fertilizers for urban use, such as on golf courses, can cause freshwater pollution.
D. Pesticides in agricultural areas drain into freshwater bodies with rain.

The other options (B, E, F) either suggest actions that are not beneficial or promote harmful practices.