Water Pollution Case Study Answer Key

In this worksheet, students read a short case study describing a river contaminated by factory waste and its effects on a small town. They answer comprehension questions that require them to identify harmed resources, describe impacts on people and wildlife, and explain community actions taken to restore the environment. This activity builds reading comprehension, connects scientific concepts to real situations, and encourages reflection on environmental responsibility. Students also analyze the relationship between human decisions and ecosystem health.

Curriculum Matched Skills

Science – Water Pollution and Ecosystem Impacts

Reading – Informational Text Comprehension

Critical Thinking – Connecting Human Actions to Environmental Change

Science Literacy – Understanding Pollution Solutions

This worksheet is part of our Pollution Worksheets collection.