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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 5 and 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The shark that attacked in 1916 had returned from the southern waters where he had suffered in his competition with many larger predators. He was tossed northward by what?
(a) A tropical storm.
(b) The strong current of the Gulf Stream.
(c) A strong hurricane.
(d) The smell of humans.

2. Mrs. Vansant was somewhat concerned about the possible ruckus on the Jersey Shore due to the hordes of visitors expected and a controversy over what?
(a) How the family would spend their leisure time.
(b) The amount of money her husband would spend at the casino.
(c) The location of their hotel.
(d) Some young women who were going to be parading around in revealing beach wear.

3. The thousands of ________________ that cover their skin aid in their maneuverability and speed.
(a) Scales.
(b) Barnacles.
(c) Derma.
(d) Denticles.

4. The Vansants stayed at the stylish _____________ Hotel, where the upper crust enjoyed their respite.
(a) Eagles Nest.
(b) Engleside.
(c) Edmonton.
(d) Essex.

5. The beach-goers of that year made up the largest gathering in the ____________ to date.
(a) Country.
(b) Region.
(c) State.
(d) East.

Short Answer Questions

1. While the young shark is off the coast of Florida, it may be caught in the warm Gulf Stream currents, which does what to the shark?

2. A new smell, the scent of _______________________, also would have piqued the interest of the shark.

3. The editorial noted that people had an unnatural ___________ sharks.

4. What were women doing that was scandalous to many?

5. The wealthy family of Dr. Eugene Vansant rode in a Pullman with their nannies and servants for a stay in ______________.

(see the answer key)

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