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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 21 and 22 and Epilogue.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In 1922, two _____________ were attacked and killed at the same location, Coogee Beach, by large sharks that struck them with such force that they were lifted from the water.
(a) Boaters.
(b) Swimmers.
(c) Surfers.
(d) Divers.

2. Scientists have recently theorized that shark attacks may be caused by what?
(a) Changes in coastal water temperatures.
(b) More humans in the water.
(c) Sick sharks.
(d) Lack of food.

3. The next morning, retired ______________ Thomas V. Cottrell was walking along the bank of the creek.
(a) Sea Captain.
(b) Navy Seal.
(c) Police Officer.
(d) Army Sergeant.

4. What did the men do to attract the shark?
(a) They spread trails of blood behind their boats.
(b) They shot into the water.
(c) They called out for the shark.
(d) They swam in the water around the boat.

5. The men began launching ________________ in various parts of the creek.
(a) Grenades.
(b) Tear gas canisters.
(c) Spears.
(d) Dynamite blasts.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Lester Stilwell left his job in _________________ and met his friends at the creek.

3. Why did the other boys not believe something hit Renny in the water?

4. The shark was estimated to be _______ feet long and weighed around 500 pounds.

5. In New York City, some newspaper reporters visited whose office?

(see the answer key)

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