Gr 2 Life by the sea 2

What did the divers put in the basket?

• Fish

• Seaweed

• Clams

• Coral

What did ship captains do with the pearls?

• Sold them and paid the divers and helpers

• Kept them for themselves

• Threw them back into the ocean

• Donated them to charity

Why did few oysters have pearls in them?

• Due to pollution in the ocean

• Because they were too young

• As a result of overfishing

• Because pearls are rare in nature

What event marked the end of the diving season?

• A cannon was fired

• A bell was rung

• A flag was raised

• Fireworks were set off

What was pearl diving considered to be?

• An easy job

• A dangerous job

• A relaxing job

• A boring job

Where are natural pearls found?

• Inside oyster shells

• On the beach

• In freshwater lakes

• In coral reefs

How long did the divers live on the boat?

• Two months

• Four months

• Six months

• Eight months