Giants Among Us: the longevity of the white sturgeon

The video narrates the life of a sturgeon in the Fraser River, starting from its hatching in 1867, the year Canada became a nation. It highlights the sturgeon's survival through historical events, including the gold rush, technological advancements, and threats from commercial fishing. The narrative intertwines with personal reflections on growing up in nature, emphasizing the importance of environmental conservation. The video concludes with Canada's centennial celebration and the technological leaps of the 1960s.

What significant event in Canadian history coincided with the sturgeon's hatching?

• The discovery of insulin

• The end of World War I

• The year Canada became a nation

• The signing of the Treaty of Paris

What was the sturgeon's habitat when it first hatched?

• A coastal estuary

• A sandbar in the Fraser River

• A deep ocean trench

• A freshwater lake

What was one of the major threats to the sturgeon population in the early 20th century?

• Climate change

• Habitat destruction

• Pollution

• Commercial fishing

Which invention was NOT mentioned as part of the technological advancements during the sturgeon's life?

• The automobile

• The telephone

• The phonograph

• The television

How did World War II impact the development of Vancouver?

• It became a major port and transportation hub

• It resulted in the closure of major factories

• It led to a decline in population

• It caused a halt in industrial growth

What activity did the narrator enjoy as a child that influenced their future career?

• Playing video games

• Exploring nature and fishing

• Building model airplanes

• Collecting stamps

What did the narrator's father do to help them fish at the special lake?

• Nailed a piece of plywood on a tree

• Built a bridge

• Provided a fishing net

• Taught them to swim

What was the narrator's profession inspired by their childhood experiences?

• Environmental conservationist

• Marine biologist

• Wildlife photographer

• Forest ranger

What was celebrated in Canada in 1967?

• The invention of the telephone

• The first moon landing

• Canada's centennial

• The end of World War II

What symbolizes resilience and change over time in the story?

• The narrator's family

• The city of Vancouver

• The Fraser River

• The sturgeon