Surviving an Elephant Seal Encounter

Surviving an Elephant Seal Encounter

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science

7th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Amelia Wright

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The video discusses the northern elephant seal, highlighting its massive size and potential danger. It narrates an encounter where Seth Schulberg faces a life-threatening situation with a bull elephant seal. Viewers are prompted to consider survival strategies, such as swatting the seal's proboscis, banging on a tank, or diving deep. The video also explains the seal's intimidating features and sounds, emphasizing the need for quick decision-making in such scenarios.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the size of a northern elephant seal compare to a grizzly bear?

Three times as heavy

Twice as heavy

Four times as heavy

Five times as heavy

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where was Seth Schulberg diving when he encountered the elephant seal?

The Red Sea

The Mediterranean Sea

The Sea of Cortez

The Great Barrier Reef

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Seth's initial reaction when the bull elephant seal approached him?

He ignored the seal

He took a photo

He swam away quickly

He greeted the seal

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT an option to escape an elephant seal attack?

Play dead

Dive deep below

Bang on your tank

Swat at its proboscis

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long can you stay underwater with a full tank of air?

30 minutes

60 minutes

90 minutes

45 minutes

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the elephant seal's proboscis?

To help in swimming

To attract mates

To store food

To sense danger

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What sound does the elephant seal make to intimidate other bulls?

Roar

Clap threats

Whistle

Growl

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the length that the elephant seal's nose can grow up to?

20 inches

25 inches

15 inches

10 inches

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main challenge when facing an aggressive elephant seal?

Its sharp claws

Its camouflage

Its size and strength

Its speed