fishing boats that pull large nets through the water

removing more fish from the oceans than can be naturally produced.

to drag something heavy along the bottom of the sea to scoop things up

plant or scatter seed

harvest; collecting crops for food.

colorful living creatures which grow into reefs after many years

According to the story, what is the heart of the town?

How does the character's throat feel?

What colour are the seal's eyes?

Why are there no fish left?

What makes the tearing sound that damages the seabed?

Dougie Evans's ________ have to go further and deeper to find fish.

We never _____ we only reap.

Suddenly a _______ sound rips through the hall

Unless we protect our oceans, there will be nothing left but _________.

I look across the room to see some of the fisherman _______.