Sharks: Monsters or Misunderstood

Most people think sharks are...

• friendly

• new

• scary

• small

Which of the following statements about sharks is true?

• Sharks cannot smell very well.

• Sharks are mammals just like dolphins.

• Sharks only live in shallow water.

• Sharks do not hunt humans on purpose.

Sharks are important to the ocean because...

• They stop seaweed from hurting fish.

• They transfer energy from seaweed to fish.

• They help control the population of smaller animals.

• They protect animals like seals from bigger predators.

Which of the following is a reason sharks are in danger?

• They are getting sick from a new disease.

• Too many people are scared of sharks.

• Humans are fishing too much for sharks.

• China is stopping people from eating shark fin soup.

What is the meaning of the word "vulnerable"?

• difficult to understand

• open to attack or danger

• a failure to understand correctly

What is the meaning of the word "misunderstanding"?

• difficult to understand

• open to attack or danger

• a failure to understand correctly

What is the meaning of the word "complicated"?

• difficult to understand

• open to attack or danger

• a failure to understand correctly

What is the meaning of the word "extinct"?

• no more left of something

• open to attack or danger

• a failure to understand correctly

Why do some people consider sharks "monsters"?

• They are not the friendliest looking creatures.

• They eat mostly dolphins and seals.

• Their fins are the most valuable part.

• Some sharks do not have teeth.

Which group has taken steps to protect sharks from overfishing?

• The Chinese government

• The French government

• The BBC's Science Focus

• National Geographic