Marine Environments/First Aid Quiz

What temperature range do temperate reefs generally have?

• 5-10°C

• 10-20°C

• 15-25°C

• 20-30°C

What is the main composition of temperate reefs?

• Sand

• Rocks

• Coral

• Kelp

Which of the following is a feature of temperate waters?

• Bright red and yellow colors

• Darker colors like greens and blues

• No plankton present

• Low nutrient levels

Which of the following is NOT one of the nine different types of marine environments found in Victoria?

• Sponge Gardens

• Mangroves

• Coral Reefs

• Sandy Plains

Subtidal rocky reefs can be found in:

• Only deep waters

• Only shallow waters

• Both deep and shallow waters

• Only tidal waters

Which of the following threats is specific to intertidal rocky reefs?

• Fishing

• Trampling of reef plants and animals by visitors

• Marine pests

• Climate change

Which of the following is a marine park or sanctuary in Victoria?

• Great Barrier Reef

• Port Phillip Marine Park

• Ningaloo Reef

• Coral Sea

When preparing to rescue someone from the water, what is the first danger to consider?

• Availability of a ladder

• Rips and currents

• Marine life in the area

• The time of day

After deciding it is not safe to jump from the pier, what should you do?

• Call for help

• Look for a ladder to enter the water safely

• Wait for others to rescue the person

• Jump anyway

What does 'COWS' stand for in the first aid response check?

• Check, Observe, Warn, Start CPR

• Can you hear me, Open your eyes, What's your name, Squeeze my hand

• Cold, Open wounds, Weakness, Shock

• Cover, Organize, Watch, Secure