Head Above the Rest: The Fascinating Hammerhead Shark
Questions:
5
Grade:
4
Words:
89
Did you know there are sharks with heads shaped like hammers? Meet the Hammerhead shark! They're named for their unique head shape which helps them find food. Hammerheads use their wide 'hammer' to detect the electrical signals of their prey hiding under the sand. They love to eat stingrays, fish, and even other sharks! Despite their scary look, hammerhead sharks are usually harmless to humans. They prefer warm water and travel in large groups called schools. Next time you see a hammerhead, remember it's not so scary after all!
Question 1
What does the head shape of a Hammerhead shark help it do?
A
Look scary
B
Swim faster
C
Find food
Explanation. The unique head shape of a Hammerhead shark helps it detect the electrical signals of their prey hiding under the sand, thus helping it find food.
D
Breathe better
E
Intimidate other sharks
Question 2
What is the primary diet of Hammerhead sharks?
A
Seaweed
B
Stingrays, fish, and other sharks
Explanation. Hammerhead sharks mainly eat stingrays, fish, and other sharks.
C
Small mammals
D
Plankton
E
Coral
Question 3
Are Hammerhead sharks usually harmful to humans?
A
Yes, they are very dangerous
B
Yes, but only if they are provoked
C
No, they are usually harmless
Explanation. Despite their scary look, hammerhead sharks are usually harmless to humans.
D
No, they are vegetarians
E
Yes, they are poisonous
Question 4
What is a group of Hammerhead sharks called?
A
A pack
B
A herd
C
A swarm
D
A school
Explanation. A group of Hammerhead sharks is called a school.
E
A flock
Question 5
How do Hammerhead sharks use their unique head shape?
A
To fight with other sharks
B
To swim faster in the water
C
To generate electricity
D
To detect the electrical signals of their prey hiding under the sand
Explanation. Hammerheads use their wide 'hammer' to detect the electrical signals of their prey hiding under the sand. This helps them find food.
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