Jacques Cousteau: Early Life and Inspiration
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What was Jacques Cousteau's motivation for swimming as a child?

  • To explore the underwater world
  • To become a scientist
  • To build up his strength due to weakness and sickness (correct)
  • To play with his friends

What did Jacques Cousteau's friend give him that changed his life?

  • A breathing device
  • A diving suit
  • A boat
  • A pair of goggles (correct)

What was the limitation of the diving suits of Jacques Cousteau's day?

  • They were only used for swimming
  • They were only used for exploring Antarctica
  • They were heavy and didn't allow much freedom of movement (correct)
  • They were too expensive

What did Jacques Cousteau create with his friend Emile Gagnan?

<p>The Aqua-Lung, a breathing device (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Jacques Cousteau turn his boat into?

<p>A research lab and film studio (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many books did Jacques Cousteau produce?

<p>Fifty books (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Jacques Cousteau's perception of a scientist?

<p>A curious person who explores the secrets of nature (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of Jacques Cousteau's experience with the goggles?

<p>It revealed the world beneath the surface of the sea to him (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary advantage of the Aqua-Lung?

<p>It gave divers more freedom of movement underwater (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Jacques Cousteau's attitude towards the ocean?

<p>He was curious about its secrets (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Jacques Cousteau compare himself to when using the Aqua-Lung?

<p>A person flying without wings (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of Jacques Cousteau's exploration of the Antarctic waters?

<p>He encountered a diverse range of marine life (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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