Challenges and Dangers in Deadwood

The video follows Troy Landry and his deckhand Pickle Wheat as they navigate the dangerous Deadwood area of the swamp, known for its dead trees and alligators. They face challenges such as navigating through water lilies and avoiding falling trees. Despite the risks, they successfully catch a large alligator, reassessing the risk versus reward. However, they also encounter setbacks, including catching a smaller alligator than expected, which affects their average catch size.

What natural event caused the Deadwood area to become a good place for hunting alligators?

• An earthquake

• A forest fire

• A hurricane

• A drought

What is one of the main dangers of navigating through Deadwood?

• Strong currents

• Falling dead trees

• Quicksand

• Poisonous snakes

What happened to Troy's brother when he bumped into a dead tree?

• He broke his arm

• He lost his balance

• He was knocked unconscious

• He fell into the water

What was the size of the alligator that excited the hunters in Deadwood?

• 9 feet

• 10 feet

• 11 feet

• 12 feet

What did the hunters decide to do after encountering the large alligator?

• Call for backup

• Leave the area

• Continue hunting

• Take a break

What was the main obstacle the hunters faced while navigating through the water lilies?

• Thick vegetation

• Strong winds

• Steep banks

• Deep water

What was the size of the alligator caught on the second day in Deadwood?

• 6 feet

• 8 feet

• 5 feet

• 7 feet

How did the hunters feel about the effort it took to navigate through the lilies?

• Disappointed

• Satisfied

• Indifferent

• Excited

What did the hunters wish for regarding the water lilies?

• That they were more abundant

• That they were easier to catch

• That they were less dense

• That they were more colorful

What was the overall impact of the challenges faced in Deadwood on the hunters?

• It made them more determined

• It boosted their morale

• It had no impact

• It set them back