Summer of Blood - The true story of the shark attacks of 1916

What was Matawan Creek described as in the passage?

• A muddy waterway with bricks and tile factories on it's banks

• A dangerous and unpredictable place

• A popular fishing spot

• A popular passageway to the ocean for sharks

What event interrupted Joe and Michael's carefree mood while swimming?

• Lightning and a sudden storm

• A man shouting that he had seen a shark in the creek.

• A call from their parents

• A friend who couldn't swim fell into the water

What was a popular pastime for Americans in 1916 despite many not knowing how to swim?

• Wading into the ocean

• Playing baseball

• Cycling around town

• Dancing in the streets

What is the main ingredient in shark fin soup?

• shark fin

• octopus

• seaweed

• whale blubber

Many species of sharks are considered apex predators because:

• They have no natural predators and are at the top of the food chain.

• They are the largest animals in the ocean.

• They are herbivores and do not hunt other animals.

• They live in freshwater environments.

Why did people have doubts about the shark attack on Charles Vansant?

• Because there were no witnesses to the attack

• Because the injuries were not consistent with a shark bite

• Because sharks were not known to attack humans at that time

• Because Charles Vansant survived the attack

Before the attacks, what was the common belief about sharks?

• Sharks were considered dangerous predators.

• Sharks were thought to be harmless to humans.

• Sharks were believed to be extinct.

• Sharks were known to attack frequently.

What did Thomas Cottrell see in the creek that day?

• A fish jumping out of the creek

• A log blocking the entrance

• A fin slicing through the water

• A bird diving for fish

What was a man getting ready for in the image?

• A man getting ready for ocean exploration.

• A man preparing for a mountain expedition.

• A man dressing up for a formal event.

• A man gearing up for a cycling race.

What can attract sharks according to the shark safety tips chart text feature?

• Bright clothing

• Jewelry

• Loud music

• Swimming with a dog