Ocean Survival pgs. 12-21

What is the most seaworthy craft used for surviving storms?

• Life jackets

• Waterproof jacket

• Inflatable rafts

• GPS system

What was the cause of the many deaths from the titanic ship?

• Freezing temperatures

• Very few life boats

• Sinking ship

• Not enough food

How long did it take the "Empress of Ireland" to sink?

• 2 days

• 1 hour

• 14 minutes

• 12 minutes

What was the death toll during the shipwreck at MV Le Joola in 2002?

• 1,012

• 1,863

• 1,950

• 1,865

Being out in the sun for long periods out on the water can cause?

• Heatstroke

• Heart attack

• Hypothermia

• Stroke

If the temperature of the water ranges from about 40 to 50 degrees Fahrenheit how long would it take for someone to die when in the water?

• 3 hours

• 1-6 hours

• 30-90 minutes

• 1-3 hours

At what temperature does Hypothermia set in?

• 90 degrees Fahrenheit

• 100 degrees Fahrenheit

• 95 degrees Fahrenheit

• 85 degrees Fahrenheit

Which is not an effect of hypothermia?

• You can lose your eyesight and your ability to hear

• Pulse and breathing will drop

• Fingers, toes, and lips will turn blue

• Your organs may stop working

According to the text, what is one thing that can help prevent a heatstroke?

• Drinking lots of water

• light-colored clothing

• Refraining from talking so much

• Wearing a coat

In humans, heatstroke occurs when body temperature reaches