Blackfish

Why was Tilikum so aggressive that 3 people were killed because of him?

• He'd been confined and alone for more than 20 years

• He was never emotionally or intellectually stimulated

• He was traumatised from being torn from his family at such a young age

• All of the answers above

If I was making an argument for keeping SeaWorld in business, what counterargument could I address?

• The fact that these animals do not live as long in captivity

• I could mention some facts and statements from the documentary film "Blackfish"

• I could mention that these animals may not be as healthy or in as good of shape as they would be in the wild.

• Any of these would make a valid counterargument

What is the primary theme of the documentary 'Blackfish'?

• The intelligence of orcas

• The ethics of keeping orcas in captivity

• The diet of orcas

• The migration patterns of orcas

Which literary device is predominantly used in the documentary 'Blackfish' to convey its message?

• Metaphor

• Irony

• Imagery

• Personification

In the context of 'Blackfish', what does the term 'captivity' refer to?

• The natural habitat of orcas

• The confinement of orcas in marine parks

• The breeding of orcas in the wild

• The migration of orcas

What is the significance of Tilikum in 'Blackfish'?

• He is a wild orca featured in the film

• He is the main orca involved in incidents at SeaWorld

• He is a trainer at SeaWorld

• He is a scientist studying orcas

Which of the following best describes the tone of 'Blackfish'?

• Humorous

• Informative

• Tragic

• Romantic

What argument does 'Blackfish' make about the treatment of orcas?

• Orcas are well-treated in captivity

• Orcas should be left in the wild

• Orcas are dangerous and should be avoided

• Orcas are not intelligent creatures

How does 'Blackfish' portray the relationship between orcas and their trainers?

• As harmonious and safe

• As dangerous and unpredictable

• As playful and friendly

• As indifferent and distant

What is a key emotional appeal used in 'Blackfish'?

• Fear of orcas

• Sympathy for the orcas

• Admiration for SeaWorld

• Indifference towards marine life