How Much You Know Sharks? Trivia Quiz
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Questions and Answers
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How long are great white sharks?
- A.
9- 12 feet
- B.
6 - 9 feet
- C.
3- 6 feet
- D.
15 -20 feet
Correct Answer
D. 15 -20 feetExplanation
Great white sharks are one of the largest predatory fish in the ocean. On average, adult great white sharks typically measure from 15 to 20 feet (4.6 to 6.1 meters) in length.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What is the diet of a white shark?
- A.
Dolphins
- B.
Porpoises
- C.
Seals
- D.
All of the Above
Correct Answer
D. All of the AboveExplanation
White sharks prefer to dine on fish, dolphins, porpoises, whale carcasses, seals, sea lions, and the occasional sea turtle.Rate this question:
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- 3.
The last documented report of a shark attacking a human in Massachusetts water happened in:
- A.
1901
- B.
1915
- C.
1936
- D.
1951
Correct Answer
C. 1936Explanation
The last great white shark attack near the Cape was in 1936 in Buzzards Bay.Rate this question:
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- 4.
The great white shark is the world's largest known predatory fish.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The statement is true because the great white shark is indeed the largest known predatory fish in the world. It can grow up to 20 feet in length and weigh over 5,000 pounds. With its powerful jaws and sharp teeth, it is an apex predator that feeds on a variety of marine animals. Its size and hunting abilities make it an incredibly formidable and efficient predator in the ocean.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Humans are not healthy for great white sharks to eat for what reason?
- A.
Low ratio of bone to muscle fat
- B.
Not enough protein and fiber
- C.
High ratio of bone to muscle fat
- D.
Too much protein and fiber
Correct Answer
C. High ratio of bone to muscle fatExplanation
Humans are not healthy for great white sharks to eat because the sharks' digestion is too slow to cope with the human body's high ratio of bone to muscle and fat.Rate this question:
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- 6.
The bull shark swims in both salt and freshwater.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Bull sharks are unique among sharks because they are able to tolerate and swim in both saltwater and freshwater environments. They have a special adaptation that allows them to regulate the salinity of their body fluids, enabling them to move between different types of water. This ability makes bull sharks highly adaptable and allows them to inhabit a wide range of habitats, including rivers, estuaries, and even lakes. Therefore, the statement that bull sharks swim in both salt and freshwater is true.Rate this question:
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- 7.
The bull shark swims in both salt and freshwater.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
True. The bull shark, known for its ability to tolerate a wide range of salinity, can be found in both saltwater and freshwater environments, including rivers and estuaries. This adaptability allows it to inhabit diverse habitats and makes it unique among shark species.Rate this question:
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- 8.
What "gentle giants" eat only plankton?
- A.
Basking shark
- B.
Whale shark
- C.
Megamouth shark
- D.
All of the Above
Correct Answer
D. All of the AboveExplanation
These huge sharks eat plankton, a tiny shrimp-like creature found in the ocean.Rate this question:
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- 9.
What are baby sharks called?
- A.
Calf
- B.
Pup
- C.
Doe
- D.
Lamb
Correct Answer
B. PupExplanation
Baby sharks are called pups.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Can you name one of a shark's special senses?
- A.
Feel vibrations in the water
- B.
Feel the electrical field coming from its prey
- C.
See better in the water with mirror-like layer in their eyes
- D.
All of the Above
Correct Answer
D. All of the AboveExplanation
Sharks have several special senses that give them a unique advantage in their aquatic environment. They can feel vibrations in the water, allowing them to detect the movement of potential prey or predators. Additionally, sharks have the ability to sense the electrical fields produced by their prey, helping them locate and capture their food. Furthermore, sharks have a mirror-like layer in their eyes called the tapetum lucidum, which enhances their vision and allows them to see better in the water. Therefore, the correct answer is "All of the Above" as it encompasses all the mentioned special senses of sharks.Rate this question:
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- 11.
How heavy is a great white shark?
- A.
2,000 pounds
- B.
3,000 pounds
- C.
4,000 pounds
- D.
5,000 pounds
Correct Answer
B. 3,000 poundsExplanation
A great white shark can weigh up to 3,000 pounds. These sharks are known for their large size and can grow to be over 20 feet long. They have a robust and muscular body, which contributes to their weight. Their diet consists mainly of seals and sea lions, which require a strong and powerful body to catch and consume. The weight of a great white shark can vary depending on factors such as age, sex, and overall health, but 3,000 pounds is a common average weight for an adult great white shark.Rate this question:
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- 12.
What can a great white do that most sharks can't?
- A.
Leap out of the water
- B.
Eat perfectly round chunks out of whales and dolphins
- C.
Live in very deep water
- D.
Lift its head out of water
Correct Answer
D. Lift its head out of waterExplanation
Great white sharks have the ability to lift their heads out of the water, which is a unique characteristic not found in most other shark species. This allows them to have a better view of their surroundings and potential prey, as well as enabling them to interact with objects above the water's surface. This ability is due to their powerful muscles and flexible neck, which gives them more mobility compared to other sharks.Rate this question:
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