Shark Facts
How many senses does a shark have?
seven
Name at least 1 person from the book Shark Attack that was attacked by a shark.
Rodney Fox, Henry Bource, Lester Stillwell, Raymond Short, Valerie and Ron Taylor.
According to the text, what is the most popular methods of protecting swimmers?
Build a shark net or fence in the water.
What did Rodney Fox invent?
The underwater cage.
Can you name the four deadliest sharks?
Great White Shark, Hammerhead Shark, Tiger Shark, Bull Shark
Great White Shark
What is the weakest part of the shark's body?
It's eyes.
What does a bangstick do to protect you from a shark?
Name the shark that can can live in both fresh and sea water.
Bull shark.
What scientist was spearfishing in Australia when he was attacked by a shark?
Rodney Fox
Name 3 ways to avoid a shark attack.
Never swim by yourself. Don't swim if you have a cut. Don't swim at dusk. Don't urinate in the ocean. Get out if you see a shark.
What country was Rodney Fox diving in when he invented the underwater cage?
Australia.
Out of all the species of sharks how many are known to attack humans?
30
On page 18, we learned where shark attacks happen the most. Name 1 of the places mentioned in the text.
Australia, Brazil, California, Florida, Hawaii, and South Africa.
Name a tool a diver carries to protect itself from shark attacks.
A bangstick or a spear gun.
Who invented the diver chain mail suit?
Valerie and Ron Taylor.
How many species of sharks are there?
There are 350 species of sharks.
How old was Lester Stillwell when he was attacked by a shark?
Twelve years old
According to the text, what is the biggest problem with shark nets?
They can trap and even kill sharks.
Name the invention that protects people while floating in the sea. This invention hides a persons shape, movement, smell, and sound.
Shark screen bag.