Tracking giants, the groundbreaking shark expedition in the western gulf

Tracking giants, the groundbreaking shark expedition in the western gulf

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Geography, Science, Biology

11th Grade - University

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The video discusses the relative risks of sharks compared to everyday items like toasters, highlighting the importance of shark conservation. It details a large shark expedition in the Gulf, where researchers tag and track various shark species to study their migratory patterns. The video emphasizes the critical role sharks play in maintaining ocean ecosystems and the urgent need to protect them from threats like shark finning.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why should people be more concerned about toasters than sharks?

Sharks are protected by law.

Sharks are endangered species.

Toasters cause more deaths annually than sharks.

Toasters are more common in households.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary goal of tagging sharks in the Gulf?

To sell them for research.

To increase their population.

To train them for ocean shows.

To track their migratory patterns.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main activity of the expedition team each morning?

Cleaning the ship.

Setting up lines and capturing sharks.

Preparing breakfast for the crew.

Conducting a safety drill.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How far did the shark named Lydia travel in two years?

10,000 miles

50,000 miles

20,000 miles

35,000 miles

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the consequence of an ocean without sharks?

Increased number of fish.

A balanced ecosystem.

A collapse of the food chain.

More opportunities for fishing.