The Missing Gator of Gumbo Limbo CH 4-7 Quiz

Questions and Answers

Who went to the Water Management Department?

Liza and James James

How much does the map cost?

$5.00

Why did they decide to go get a map from the County Government Center?

A map would show caves and tunnels where Dajun might hide.

How does Liza solve the mystery of Priscilla's mini gin bottle collection?

Liza invited Priscilla to watch how the hummingbirds were attracted to the colored, sugary water that she places in the bottles. Signup and view all the answers

Where did Liza and James James go to look for Dajun?

culvert Signup and view all the answers

What is hydrilla?

A pest weed. It suffocates the big fish and stunts the little fish. Signup and view all the answers

What killed the gambusia?

pesticides through culvert Signup and view all the answers

How does Dajun kill his prey?

He thrashes, swirls, turns, and beats his tail on the water. Signup and view all the answers

Why were the vultures in the canal area feeding on?

Thousands of dead fish Signup and view all the answers

What are pesticides used for?

They are used to kill pests such as mosquitoes. Signup and view all the answers

How did salt water get way up in the canal area?

Some of it could come up through the canal as the tides come and go, and some of it might come up through the soil. Signup and view all the answers

Explain how buttonwood trees affected the water.

Buttonwood trees formed a natural barrier between salt water and fresh water. Signup and view all the answers

How could Dajun help keep Gumbo Limbo clean?

He could clean up scum and weeds by bulldozing through them. Signup and view all the answers

Why did James James want to tell the Director of the County Government Center to plug the canal?

La Playa's drinking water is in jeopardy. Signup and view all the answers

What job other than an opera singer does Caruso do?

He picks up and washes out empty cans before they are recycled. Signup and view all the answers

Why is Clara Lee Dade interested in Gumbo Limbo?

It's a Hammock and it's a rare find in Collier County. Hammocks are tropical Edens. Signup and view all the answers

When Clara asked Liza for money for the map, what did Liza do?

Liza told Clara she was part of a school class studying ecology and that she was told the maps were free. Signup and view all the answers

What address did Liza give when Clara asked where she lived?

The address for the diner, 1345 Ninth Avenue. Signup and view all the answers

What is PCP?

PCP is a toxic chemical used as an herbicide to kill weeds and fungus. Signup and view all the answers

What is coontie?

A starchy, delicious plant the Seminole Indians used to eat like we eat potatoes. Signup and view all the answers

What did Priscilla do with the mini gin bottles and the sugar packets?

She used them to feed hummingbirds. Signup and view all the answers

How are pesticides harmful?

They kill the good insects such as dragonflies along with the pests. They also go into the water and kill fish and plant life. Signup and view all the answers

Who is Ms. Dade?

She is from the Natural Resource Department. She gave Liza the map. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Liza's mom not feel confident about the job?

They always give managerial jobs to men and a young man from the business school was interviewed. Signup and view all the answers

Where is Liza's father?

He has gone north to a clinic for therapy. Signup and view all the answers

Why do they use soap instead of detergent?

Soap doesn't harm streams and waterways so woods people use soap instead of detergent. Signup and view all the answers

What are three places Dajun can be hiding on the map?

The slough that seeped into the cypress swamp, a hole the county had dug for road material (barrow pits), and a little nature park by the condos with trails, benches, and grass. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Water Management and Investigation

Liza and James James visited the Water Management Department for assistance.
A map costing $5.00 was obtained to identify caves and tunnels where Dajun could hide.

Mysteries Uncovered

Liza solved the mystery of Priscilla's mini gin bottle collection by showing her how hummingbirds were attracted to the sugary water inside the bottles.
They searched for Dajun in a culvert.

Environmental Issues

Hydrilla is a harmful weed that suffocates larger fish and hinders the growth of smaller fish.
Pesticides entering the culvert led to the death of gambusia, a type of fish.
Vultures were observed feeding on thousands of dead fish in the canal area.

Impact of Human Actions

Pesticides are used to eliminate pests like mosquitoes but negatively affect other wildlife, including beneficial insects and fish.
Salt water intrusion in the canal is caused by tidal actions and soil permeability.
Buttonwood trees create a natural barrier that separates saltwater from freshwater.

Role of Dajun and Community Concerns

Dajun, a key character, could play a role in cleaning up scum and weeds in Gumbo Limbo.
James James expressed concern to the Director of the County Government Center regarding La Playa's drinking water quality.

Local Perspectives

Clara Lee Dade is interested in Gumbo Limbo as it represents a rare tropical hammock in Collier County.
Liza misled Clara about the map’s cost, claiming it was free as part of her school's ecology study.

Personal Backgrounds

Liza provided the address of a diner when Clara asked for her residence.
PCP is a toxic herbicide harmful to both plants and aquatic life, used less responsibly due to its environmental impact.

Nutritional Aspects

Coontie, a starchy plant, serves as a food source historically utilized by the Seminole Indians.
Priscilla cleverly used mini gin bottles and sugar packets as hummingbird feeders.

Communication and Job Dynamics

Ms. Dade, from the Natural Resource Department, assisted Liza by providing the map.
Liza's mother felt insecure about her job prospects due to gender bias in managerial positions, particularly with a male candidate from business school gaining attention.

Family Situation

Liza's father was away for therapy at a clinic up north.
Soap is preferred over detergent for cleaning to prevent harm to local streams and waterways.

Dajun’s Possible Hiding Spots

Potential hiding places for Dajun included a cypress swamp slough, county barrow pits, and a local nature park with trails and benches.

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Test your comprehension of Chapters 4 to 7 from 'The Missing Gator of Gumbo Limbo'. This quiz covers key events and details such as important characters, locations, and the unfolding mystery. Perfect for reinforcing understanding and preparation for further discussions.