The Shark Arm Mystery Quiz

What unusual event in 1935 led to a murder investigation in Australia?

• A giant squid attacked a fishing boat.

• A tiger shark regurgitated a human arm.

• A whale washed ashore with a human inside.

• A crocodile was found with human remains.

What did investigators initially conclude about the human arm found in the shark?

• It was a fake arm used for a prank.

• It was severed with a blade.

• It was part of a scientific experiment.

• It was bitten off by the shark.

How was the identity of the arm's owner, James Smith, confirmed?

• Through DNA analysis.

• By a personal item found with the arm.

• By a unique tattoo recognized by his brother.

• Through dental records.

What suspicious actions did Patrick Brady take after James Smith went missing?

• He fled the country.

• He cleaned his apartment and bought a new trunk.

• He confessed to the crime.

• He was seen disposing of evidence in a river.

Why was the shark's termination a setback for the investigation?

• It was against animal rights laws.

• It led to the loss of a key witness.

• It caused public outrage.

• It destroyed potential evidence.

What role did Reggie Holmes play in the investigation?

• He was a witness to the crime.

• He was a suspect due to his criminal activities.

• He was the victim's lawyer.

• He was the detective leading the case.

What unusual event occurred with Reggie Holmes during the investigation?

• He confessed to the crime and then recanted.

• He was found with the missing arm.

• He attempted suicide and led police on a boat chase.

• He disappeared without a trace.

What was the outcome of the trial involving Patrick Brady?

• He was found guilty but escaped custody.

• He confessed and was given a reduced sentence.

• He was acquitted due to lack of evidence.

• He was convicted and sentenced to life in prison.

What theory did legal historian Alex Castles propose about the case?

• The arm was planted by the police to frame Brady.

• The shark attack was staged to cover up a different crime.

• James Smith was killed by a rival boxer.

• James Smith was a police informant killed by a criminal.

What was the main challenge in solving the shark arm case?

• Lack of modern forensic technology.

• Too many suspects with strong alibis.

• The victim's identity was never confirmed.

• The case was closed prematurely.