Origin and Distribution

The common reed, Phragmites, is found on every continent except:
  A. North America.
  B. South America.
  C. Australia.
  D. Europe.
  E. Asia.
  F. Antarctica.
  G. Africa.

Transportation

The common reed disperses by which of the following:
  A. Plant fragments.
  B. Wind-dispersed seeds.
  C. Rhizomes (long roots).
  D. A & B.
  E. B & C.
  F. A & C.
  G. A, B & C.

Environmental Impact

The invasive common reed disrupts the environment by:
  A. Outcompeting native plants with its thick root system and tall thick growth.
  B. Serving as a poor food resource for herbivores.
  C. Forming poor shelter for animals.
  D. All of the above.

Economic Impact

The common reed fills in wetlands, thereby reducing their ability to absorb flood waters. As a result, the cost and impact of storm damage from flooding could increase significantly.
  True
  False

Control

Which of the following is NOT a means for controlling the common reed?
  A. Burning, cutting, mowing.
  B. Biological control.
  C. Altering the water table or salinity.
  D. Herbicides.