Shark Quiz

What is the largest species of shark?

• tiger shark

• whale shark

• hammerhead shark

• great white shark

Which type of shark is known for its distinctive hammer-shaped head?

• megalodon

• great white shark

• hammerhead shark

• tiger shark

What is the purpose of a shark's gills?

• Regulating body temperature

• Filtering food particles from water

• Producing sound for communication

• Extracting oxygen from water

Which part of a shark's body is covered in scales called dermal denticles?

• teeth

• fins

• skin

• gills

Where do most sharks live?

• lake

• ocean

• river

• desert

What is the term for a shark's ability to detect electrical fields?

• electromagnetism

• electrolocation

• electrosensing

• electroreception

What do most sharks eat?

• seaweed and plants

• human flesh

• rocks and sand

• fish and other marine animals

Which shark species is considered to be the fastest swimmer?

• great white shark

• shortfin mako shark

• hammerhead shark

• tiger shark

What is the main threat to shark populations worldwide?

• overfishing

• shark attacks

• habitat destruction

• climate change

What are some conservation efforts aimed at protecting sharks?

• Hunting sharks for sport and trophies

• Using shark products for traditional medicine

• Promoting shark fishing for economic gain

• Establishing marine protected areas, implementing fishing regulations and bans on shark finning, promoting sustainable fishing practices, and raising awareness