Anchovy Swarm Adventure

Anchovy Swarm Adventure

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science, Fun

5th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Sophia Harris

FREE Resource

The video explores the feeding dynamics between Galapagos penguins and pelicans as they hunt anchovies. Penguins drive anchovy swarms into shallow waters, making it easier to catch them. Pelicans join the feast by diving in, but their greed makes them vulnerable. Penguins cleverly pick anchovies from the pelicans' beaks, showcasing a unique feeding strategy.

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7 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the initial scenario described in the video?

A person eating their favorite food at a restaurant

A penguin swimming through a swarm of anchovies

A pelican flying over a lake

A dolphin playing with a ball

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do the Galapagos penguins make it easier to catch anchovies?

By using nets

By diving deep into the ocean

By scaring the anchovies away

By driving the swarm into shallow waters

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role do pelicans play in the anchovy feast?

They help the penguins catch more fish

They clean up after the feast

They act as competitors, diving to catch anchovies

They scare away the anchovies

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are pelicans unable to lift their pouches easily?

Their pouches are broken

Their pouches are too small

Their pouches are filled with water

Their pouches are too light

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do penguins take advantage of the pelicans' situation?

By diving deeper than the pelicans

By scaring the pelicans away

By sharing their catch with the pelicans

By picking anchovies from the pelicans' beaks

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What allows the pelicans to finally enjoy their catch?

They dive deeper into the water

They scare the penguins away

They fly away from the penguins

They let go of some of their catch

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens to the anchovy banquet at the end of the video?

It is enjoyed by the penguins once more

It is shared equally between penguins and pelicans

It is taken away by a larger predator

It is left untouched