Pirates: the Menace of the Seas
Magma and Lava: Fires from Within
Salmon: A Fascinating Fish
Chocolate: More Than Just Taste
Triathlon: One Sport, Born of Three
100

Describe three qualities of stereotypical pirates.

Acceptable answers:

peg legs, eye patches, talkign parrot, hook hand, carrying a sword, treasure hunter, living on boats, living by a pirate's code

100

What is the difference between magma and lava?

Magma is underground while lava is magma that has come to Earth's surface.

100
What is a salmon run?

When salmon journey from the sea to fresh water in order to lay eggs.

100

Was the first known chocolate drink sweet or bitter?

Bitter.

100

How many sports make up a triathlon?

THREE!

200

What was the name of the flag that pirate ships flew?

The Jolly Roger.

200

What causes magma to move toward the Earth's surface?

pressure builds up underground.

200

What amazing thing do salmon do to go lay eggs?

They return to the exact spot they were born.

200

Who were the first known chocolate enjoyers?

The Aztecs.

200

What sports make up a triathlon?

Swimming, Cycling, and Running.

300

What are two ways that the modern pirate is different from the pirate stereotype?

Modern pirates rob cargo ships and take hostages for ransom.

300

What are two things that can come out of a volcano even when no lava erupts?

Acceptable answers:

gas, smoke, and ash

300

What does anadromous mean?

Living part of their life in salt water and the other part in fresh water.

300

What was the first known chocolate drink called?

Xocolatl

300

What is "T" tiime?

The time spent changing from one event to the next.

400

Why did some sailors become pirates?

To escape terrible conditions on British warships.

400

Why are scientists trying to predict volcanic eruptions?

To warn people who live nearby.

400

What normally happens after salmon mate?

They kick the bucket.

400

Who first mass-produced chocolate bars?

Joseph Fry.

400

Why might a triathlete swim less vigorously during the swimming event.

To save energy for cycling and running.
500

What was the "golden age" of piracy? 

1680-1720 (accept late 1600s or early 1700s)

500
Are inactive volcanoes still dangerous? Why or why not?

Yes! They can explode at any time.

500
What are two human activities that have reduced the number of salmon runs?

Acceptable answers:

dams, pollution, and deforestation

500

What are two benefits of eating dark chocolate?

Protecting the heart and lowering blood pressure.

500

What are "bricks" and why do triathletes use them during training?

Hard running followed by hard cycling. They are used to decrease time transitioning between events.

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