Why are manta rays under threat of extinction?

They are hunted for their gills and poor fishing practices.

They are not threatened by extinction

What would you see in a dead zone?

The water is likely free of fish, shrimp and other normal species. You might see hundreds to thousands of dead fish on the beach.

Large populations of fish, shrimp and other species.

What can you do to help shrink the dead zone?

Support local farms that do not use excessive chemicals on their farms.

Pour more chemicals into the water to help get rid of the other chemicals.

What are some large cities that have banned the plastic bag from stores?

Plastic bags are not banned from any locations

What are plastic bags made from?

Oil- releasing their emissions into our air is contributing to climate change.

True or false- Paper coffee cups and plastic straws are recyclable.

FALSE- coffee cups have a plastic lining and plastic straws are too small for recycling centers.

True- you should always recycle everything.

What are some ways you can use less coffee cups and straws?

Use a thermos, reusable metal straws/ bamboo straws etc

Stop drinking coffee and other things you enjoy

True or false- recycling items need to be washed/ cleaned first.

FALSE- they do not need to be perfectly clean, just make sure there isn’t a ton of left overs or liquid inside.

True- they need to be squeaky clean

Where can you recycle plastic bags?

Many schools have recycling programs, plus grocery stores

Plastic bags cannot be recycled

What can you do to help protect the ocean and keep it clean?

Avoid single use plastics, reusable products, never litter, clean up the beach, give support (like with this competition!)

You can only help of you live near the ocean.

Sharks do not have a single bone in their body, what do they have?

Cartilage, give them more flexibility, reduces weight and preserves energy!

What sharks are considered to be the trashcans of the sea?

Tiger sharks- they are about 15 ft long and more than 1,300 pounds. They eat anything in their path.

Garbageadons- they are 2 feet long and are green.

What is the largest species of sea turtles?

Leatherback turtle- they can grow to 7 ft in length and weigh more than 2,000 pounds.

Why are the hammerhead’s eyes so far off it’s body?

To see all around them except directly in front!

To make it easier for predators to catch it

There are three processes within a watershed that can protect water quality if pre- served, they are:

water capture, water storage, and water release.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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When should you avoid swimming in the ocean?

dawn, dusk, or at night as this is when sharks are most likely to feed

the ocean is never dangerous

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why should you leave shiny jewelry at home?

shiny jewelry might hurt your eyes in the sunlight

sharks may mistake it for the flash of a fish’s scales

Great white sharks can detect a single drop of blood in how many gallons of water?

25 gallons

1 gallon

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Giant manta rays have a wingspan of more than how many feet?

200 feet

20 feet

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True or False- Manta rays are harmless to humans?

True- unlike stingrays, manta rays don’t have barbs or stingers at the end of their tails, rendering them harmless to swimmers and divers.

False, they are have a poisonous stinger at the end of their tail.

True or False- Manta rays have the largest brains of any species of fish. They can recognize their own reflection, and show signs of self awareness.

True- they have scored high on intelligence tests.

False- they are just basic aquatic organisms.

What are some areas of the world that manta rays have been found?

Only in rivers and lakes

Tropical, subtropical, temperate oceans, all across the globe!

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Ecostudent Challenge 100 Question Quiz

When should you avoid swimming in the ocean?

Why should you leave shiny jewelry at home?

Great white sharks can detect a single drop of blood in how many gallons of water?

Giant manta rays have a wingspan of more than how many feet?

True or False- Manta rays are harmless to humans?

True or False- Manta rays have the largest brains of any species of fish. They can recognize their own reflection, and show signs of self awareness.

What are some areas of the world that manta rays have been found?

Why are manta rays under threat of extinction?

Where does “runoff” come from that reaches the ocean and kills marine life?

What is the area of the ocean that is depleted of oxygen and causes marine animals to suffocate?

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