Alligator Hunting Strategies in Hot Weather

Alligator Hunting Strategies in Hot Weather

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science

6th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Mia Campbell

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Troy Landry and Pickle Wheat employ a unique strategy to combat the heat affecting alligators. They set test lines in various spots to find cooler waters, as the heat causes algae growth and affects alligator behavior. The team observes that alligators in warmer waters are covered in slime, indicating the need to find cooler areas. Their strategy proves successful as they catch slime-free alligators in deeper, cooler waters, validating their approach.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unique strategy do Troy Landry and Pickle Wheat use to combat the heat?

Wearing cooling vests

Hunting only at night

Using air-conditioned boats

Setting test lines in different spots

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the water temperature affect alligators according to Troy?

It makes them more aggressive

It causes them to sunbathe more

It increases their appetite

It leads to slime formation on their bodies

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the presence of slime on alligators indicate?

The alligators are well-fed

The alligators are sick

The water is too warm

The water is too cold

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What conclusion do Troy and Pickle draw from finding a clean alligator?

The alligator is young

The water is deep and cooler

The water is shallow

The alligator is old

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the successful catch of a large alligator prove?

The alligators are becoming more aggressive

The water is getting warmer

The alligators are migrating

Their strategy of setting lines in deeper water is effective