The Enduring Legend of the Loch Ness Monster

What was the impact of the 'surgeon's photograph' on the Loch Ness Monster legend?

• It led to the discovery of fossil evidence.

• It proved the existence of Nessie.

• It was used in campaigns for Scottish products.

• It was immediately debunked as a hoax.

What did Constance White propose about the Loch Ness Monster?

• It was a hoax created by journalists.

• It was a single creature from the Jurassic era.

• It was a group of marine creatures trapped after the Ice Age.

• It was a giant eel living in the lake.

Who claimed to have faked the famous 'surgeon's photograph'?

• Marmaduke Wetherell

• Christian Sperling

• Colonel Robert Wilson

• Ian Wetherell

What was the argument for including Nessie in the Conservation of Wild Creatures and Wild Plants Act?

• Nessie was a known species of giant eel.

• There was conclusive proof of Nessie's existence.

• Nessie was a threat to local wildlife.

• Nessie had a scientific and common name.

What did Professor Neil Gemmell's DNA analysis of Loch Ness reveal?

• No DNA evidence of any aquatic life

• Proof of a giant catfish

• Significant amounts of eel DNA

• Evidence of plesiosaur DNA

Why do some locals dismiss the giant eel theory?

• Eels are too small to be mistaken for Nessie.

• Eels have been proven to be extinct in the area.

• No side-to-side movement has been reported.

• Eels are not native to Loch Ness.

What continues to fuel the fascination with the Loch Ness Monster despite scientific advancements?

• Government support for Nessie research

• Conclusive evidence of Nessie's existence

• The possibility of discovering something unknown

• Frequent sightings of large aquatic creatures