The Matawan Maneater

The Matawan Maneater

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

11th Grade - University

Practice Problem

Hard

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The video explores the 1916 shark attacks in New Jersey, which inspired the novel and film Jaws. It details the attacks, public reaction, and the subsequent hunt for the shark. The video also discusses scientific skepticism at the time and the impact of Jaws on public perception of sharks. Various theories about the attacks are presented, including the possibility of multiple sharks or a bull shark being responsible. The video concludes by addressing misconceptions about shark behavior and emphasizing that shark attacks are rare.

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3 mins • 1 pt

Why do scientists believe that sharks are not typically man-eaters?

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3 mins • 1 pt

What alternative explanations did scientists suggest for the shark attacks instead of believing it was a shark?

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What impact did the 1916 shark attacks have on the public's fear of sharks?

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How did the shark attacks in 1916 affect the economy of resort towns?

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