Sharks: Superheroes of the Sea

Sharks: Superheroes of the Sea

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science

5th - 8th Grade

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Created by

Jackson Turner

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The video explores the fascinating world of sharks, highlighting their dual nature as both fish and superheroes. It delves into their unique abilities, such as night vision and a strong sense of smell, which make them effective predators. The video also addresses common misconceptions, emphasizing that shark attacks are rare. It showcases the diverse feeding techniques of sharks, like the basking shark's method of consuming large amounts of food. Finally, it underscores the vital role sharks play in maintaining ocean health, portraying them as essential superheroes of the sea.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are sharks often portrayed as in movies?

Friendly creatures

Superheroes

Main attractions in comedies

Scary movie attractions

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How are sharks classified in terms of their nature?

Both fish and superheroes

Only superheroes

Only fish

Neither fish nor superheroes

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where can sharks be found?

Only in freshwater lakes

In every ocean on Earth

Only in the Pacific Ocean

Only in the Atlantic Ocean

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What special ability allows sharks to hunt in dark waters?

Ultraviolet vision

Infrared vision

Night vision

X-ray vision

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the likelihood of a shark attack compare to other injuries?

More likely than a car accident

More likely than a toilet injury

Less likely than a toilet injury

Equally likely as a lightning strike

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What technique does the basking shark use to feed?

Camouflaging in the sand

Chasing its prey

Using a drawbridge-like mouth

Hunting in packs

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much food can a basking shark consume daily?

500 pounds

100 pounds

1000 pounds

2000 pounds

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role do sharks play in the ocean ecosystem?

They help maintain healthy fish populations

They only hunt large mammals

They deplete fish populations

They have no impact

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are sharks considered the superheroes of the sea?

Because they are the largest creatures

Due to their ability to fly

Because of their superpowers and ecological role

Because they live in freshwater