Salmon and Bears: A Natural Struggle

The video depicts the journey of salmon as they face numerous challenges while swimming upstream. Hungry bears, having waited months for this moment, compete fiercely for the best fishing spots. The salmon, weakened by their journey, must navigate the falls and avoid the bears. A mother bear eagerly anticipates the arrival of the first salmon, even competing with her own cubs. Despite the dangers, the sheer number of salmon ensures that many make it past the bears, highlighting their strength in numbers.

What is the main reason the bears are so eager to catch salmon?

• They need to store food for winter.

• They prefer salmon over other fish.

• Salmon are easier to catch than other prey.

• They have not eaten salmon for ten months.

Why do the salmon become weaker as they move upstream?

• They are attacked by other fish.

• The journey is long and exhausting.

• The water is too cold.

• They are not used to swimming.

What advantage do the bears have at the falls?

• They can swim faster than salmon.

• They have the high ground.

• They are camouflaged by the water.

• They can jump higher than salmon.

How do salmon try to avoid the bears at the falls?

• By swimming in groups.

• By making short exploratory leaps.

• By hiding under rocks.

• By swimming at night.

What is the main challenge for the mother bear?

• Avoiding other predators.

• Teaching her cubs to fish.

• Competing with other bears for the first salmon.

• Finding a safe place to fish.

Despite the dangers, why do many salmon succeed in passing the bears?

• Their numbers are overwhelming.

• They use a secret path.

• They are faster than the bears.

• They are protected by other animals.