Alligator Hunting Challenges and Concerns

Troy Landry and his deckhand Pickle prepare for Hurricane Francine by catching alligators in the Atchafalaya Basin. As the storm approaches, they race against time to fill their boat with alligators, addressing community concerns about safety. Despite the challenges, they successfully catch a significant number of alligators, ensuring their mission is a success before the storm makes landfall.

What category is the hurricane expected to be when it makes landfall?

• Category 4

• Category 3

• Category 2

• Category 1

What is the main reason Troy is in a hurry to fill his tags?

• He wants to sell the alligators quickly.

• The park is closing soon.

• The approaching hurricane might shut him down.

• He is competing with other hunters.

What is significant about the Atchafalaya Basin park?

• It is a popular tourist destination for skiing.

• It is known for its beaches.

• It has a rich history involving French, Spanish, and Chitimacha Indians.

• It is the largest park in the world.

Why are the alligators more aggressive as the hurricane approaches?

• They are scared of the storm.

• They are hungry due to a lack of food.

• They are trying to migrate.

• They are protecting their territory.

What strategy do Troy and Pickle plan to use for their alligator hunt?

• Hunt during the day only.

• Set lines late in the evening and spend the night.

• Use traps instead of lines.

• Wait until after the storm.

What challenge do Troy and Pickle face while catching alligators?

• They are running out of bait.

• The weather is too bad to hunt.

• They can't find any alligators.

• Their boat is too small for the number of alligators.

What is the main concern for Troy and Pickle after catching the alligators?

• Selling them at a good price.

• Finding a place to store them.

• Keeping them fresh until they reach Duffy's.

• Avoiding other hunters.

How many alligators did Troy and Pickle manage to catch?

• 10

• 15

• 30

• 22

What is the main reason for the alligator problem in the park?

• They are being hunted too much.

• The park is too small for their population.

• A lack of food making them aggressive.

• Too many tourists feeding them.

What is the ultimate goal of Troy and Pickle's mission?

• To explore new hunting grounds.

• To fill as many tags as possible before the storm.

• To catch the largest alligator.

• To train new hunters.