Alligator Encounter Lessons and Strategies

In Houma, RJ and Jay Paul hunt for alligators in the Boundary Waters. Their first catch is disappointing, but a seemingly lifeless gator surprises them by playing possum, almost injuring RJ. After a close call, RJ reflects on the dangers of underestimating these creatures.

What was the initial reaction of RJ and Jay Paul to their first catch?

• Disappointment due to its small size

• Confusion about the alligator's behavior

• Excitement over a large catch

• Fear of the alligator's aggression

What strategy did the alligator use to surprise RJ?

• It played dead to set up an ambush

• It swam away quickly

• It called for other alligators

• It attacked from underwater

What nearly happened to RJ during the ambush?

• He lost his balance

• He fell into the water

• He was bitten on the leg

• He almost lost his hand

What lesson did RJ learn from the encounter?

• Never jump into the water without thinking

• Always assume an alligator is harmless

• It's safe once an alligator appears lifeless

• Alligators are easy to catch

What did RJ and Jay Paul finally manage to do?

• Call for help

• Subdue the alligator

• Escape from the alligator

• Catch a bigger alligator