NC3 Coastal Water Quiz

Questions and Answers

Why is our coastal water called 'The Graveyard of the Atlantic?'

Before we had graveyards on land, we used the ocean for disposing of bodies

It is a dumping ground for all of the local sewage and waste

Many shipwrecks have occurred here (correct)

Pirates roamed these waters and hundreds of sailors lost their lives here

How many major lighthouses are located on our coasts?

10 (correct)

North Carolina's coastal wetlands and marshes are full of what is called 'brackish water.' This water is __________.

part salt water from the ocean and part freshwater from the inland

Our state's wetlands are important because __________.

they are home to many varieties of fish, shellfish, and other ocean creatures Signup and view all the answers

The Cape Hatteras Lighthouse was moved _____ feet.

2900 feet Signup and view all the answers

Cape Hatteras was the third place in the United States to be named a National Seashore.

False Signup and view all the answers

The channel bass, sometimes called the red drum, gets its name from the reddish color of its skin and because of the noise the male makes during spawning time.

False Signup and view all the answers

North Carolina has more than a dozen ferries to use in its waterway transportation system.

False Signup and view all the answers

Ferries are important because they _______________.

carry passengers and automobiles across the rivers Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of our state saltwater fish?

Channel Bass Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Coastal Water Significance

The nickname "Graveyard of the Atlantic" arises from numerous shipwrecks in the region.
Historical dangers like piracy have impacted maritime safety, leading to many lost lives at sea.

Lighthouses

North Carolina has a total of 10 major lighthouses along its coast, vital for navigation.

Brackish Water

Brackish water in coastal wetlands is a mixture of saltwater from the ocean and freshwater from inland sources.

Importance of Wetlands

Coastal wetlands and marshes support diverse ecosystems, providing habitats for fish, shellfish, and other marine life.

Cape Hatteras Lighthouse

The Cape Hatteras Lighthouse was relocated a distance of 2900 feet to protect it from erosion.

National Seashore Status

Cape Hatteras is not the third National Seashore established in the United States.

Channel Bass

The channel bass, also known as red drum, is misnamed in discussions regarding its identification and spawning sounds.

Ferry Transportation

North Carolina's waterways feature ferries that are crucial for transporting passengers and vehicles across rivers; there is a misconception that the state has more than a dozen ferries.

State Saltwater Fish

The designated state saltwater fish for North Carolina is the Channel Bass.

Description

Test your knowledge about the coastal waters known as 'The graveyard of the Atlantic'. This quiz features questions about shipwrecks, lighthouses, and maritime history. Learn about the significance of these waters in relation to maritime disasters.