Winter's Tail Assessment

Front

What is the opposite of 'flexible'?

Back

Stiff

Front

What must trainers do to help Winter before teaching her to swim with a prosthetic tail?

Back

Get her used to the feel of a prosthesis

Front

What does 'techniques' mean?

Back

Ways of bringing about a desired result

Front

What is a word that has almost the same meaning as 'function'?

Back

Use

Front

How does Winter swim differently from other dolphins?

Back

Her tail stump moved from side to side.

Front

What is a prosthetic tail?

Back

An artificial tail used to help dolphins swim.

Front

What does 'gullible' mean?

Back

Easily deceived or tricked.

Front

What is the meaning of 'backbone' in the context of dolphins?

Back

The spine or vertebral column that supports the body.

Front

What does 'strengthen' mean?

Back

To make something stronger or more powerful.

Front

What is the purpose of training dolphins with prosthetics?

Back

To help them adapt and swim effectively after injury.