What are the main sources of water?

The main sources of water are rivers, lakes, oceans, and rainfall. Rivers and lakes are places where water collects on land. Oceans are huge bodies of saltwater. Rainfall happens when clouds bring water down from the sky!

Example: If you go to the beach, the ocean is a big source of water filled with saltwater. If you go to a park, a lake there is a sweet-water source!

Fun Fact: Did you know that rain is very important? It helps plants grow and fills rivers and lakes with fresh water!

Multiple Choice Questions:

1. Which of these is a source of fresh water?

a) Ocean

b) River

c) Desert

d) Glacier

2. Where does rainwater come from?

a) The ground

b) The clouds

c) The ocean

d) The trees

3. What do we call a large body of saltwater?

a) Lake

b) River

c) Ocean

d) Pond

4. What do lakes and ponds have in common?

a) Both are made of saltwater

b) Both are places with still water

c) Both are found in the ocean

d) Both have no water

5. What can help us find more water when it's dry?

a) Plants

b) Rain

c) Desert

d) Animals

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