Exploring the Mysteries of the Ocean

Which mythological creature is considered the mother of all gods in Mesopotamian legend?

• Tiamat

• Kraken

• Kanaloa

• Poseidon

What percentage of Earth's surface is covered by water?

• 50%

• 60%

• 71%

• 80%

What is thalassophobia?

• Fear of spiders

• Fear of heights

• Fear of snakes

• Fear of deep water

Which ancient city is said to have sunk into the ocean after angering the Greek gods?

• Babylon

• Atlantis

• Pompeii

• Troy

What is the Bermuda Triangle known for?

• Being a peaceful fishing area

• Rich in oil reserves

• Home to the Kraken

• Frequent ship and plane disappearances

What was the most famous maritime disaster in history?

• Sinking of the Andrea Doria

• Sinking of the Bismarck

• Sinking of the Titanic

• Sinking of the Lusitania

What is one of the biggest obstacles to deep-sea exploration?

• Lack of interest

• High cost

• Lack of technology

• Fear of the unknown

Which two fields are expected to benefit from each other in future exploration?

• Geological and meteorological research

• Medical and agricultural research

• Biological and chemical research

• Oceanic and space research

What is a major reason why the ocean remains unexplored compared to space?

• Technological limitations

• Lack of interest

• Fear of sea creatures

• Financial constraints

What is the main resource found in the ocean that is considered controversial to exploit?

• Natural gas

• Diamonds

• Oil

• Gold