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
Which shark is the most feared of all sharks?
Great White Shark
What is the weakest part of the shark's body?
It's eyes.
What were ancient sharks called?
Megalodon
True or False: Sharks are older than dinosaurs
True
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 is a shark's skeleton made of?
Cartilage.
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.
Spear gun.
Who invented the diver chain mail suit?
Valerie and Ron Taylor.
How many species of sharks are there?
More than 500
What is the world's biggest shark? The smallest?
Whale shark/ Lantern shark
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.
Chili Peppers and Shark nets