CAPE Cod Commercial Fishermen's Alliance Trivia Quiz!

10 Questions | By Djlmg | Last updated: Sep 12, 2019 | Total Attempts: 139

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The Cape Cod Commercial fishermen's Alliance is a very well recognized non-profit organization which is working to make sure of the development and optimization of creative solutions that encourage a healthy marine ecosystem with strong fishing businesses. The Cape prides itself on its close proximity to the sea. Take this quiz and test your smarts, fishy-style!

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1.

What famous explorer named Cape Cod after he caught a ton of cod in the waters off the Cape?
- A.
  
  Benjamin Franklin
- B.
  
  Barry Clifford
- C.
  
  Bartholomew Gosnold
- D.
  
  Samuel De Champlain
2.

What year was the Cape Cod Commercial Hook Fishermen's Association formed?
- A.
  
  1950
- B.
  
  1964
- C.
  
  1972
- D.
  
  1991
3.

The term "longlining" is defined as attracting fish with a central fishing line that ranges from one to more than 50 miles (80 km) long.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
4.

What do members of the Cape Cod Commercial Hook Fishermen's Association fish with?
- A.
  
  Hooks
- B.
  
  Lines
- C.
  
  Smaller nets
- D.
  
  All of the above
5.

Is it true that bluefish are aggressive game fish that will put up a fight when caught?
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
6.

The Cape offers great saltwater fishing, but there is little opportunity for freshwater fishing here.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
7.

Surfcasting means to fish by casting a line into the sea from the shore or near the shore.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
8.

Is it true that the Cape Cod Commercial Hook Fishermen's Association wants to change its name?
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
9.

Is it true that President Grover Cleveland liked to fish on Cape Cod?
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
10.

What is "ghost gear?"
- A.
  
  The ghosts of deceased fishermen
- B.
  
  Derelict fishing gear
- C.
  
  Transparent fishing gear