The Aquatic Quiz #17

Celeb Tweet: ‘If Swimming Is Great
Exercise, Explain Whales to Me’

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The correct answers are:

1. b. Bill Murrary. The Quizmaster points out to Mr. Murrary that whales are known to migrate distances as long as 6,000 miles — a clear indication they’re in pretty good shape. (We’ll like to see you swim that far, Murrary!) With regard to their ample waistlines, consider the following from Wikipedia:

Blubber is… particularly important for species that feed and breed in different parts of the ocean. During these periods, the animals metabolize fat. Blubber may save energy for marine mammals… in that it adds buoyancy…

So whales don’t exactly have six-pack abs… and your point is…?

2. b. Santa Clara, Calif. To learn more, click here.

3. b. 18 months of supervised probation and a one-year suspended jail sentence. To learn more, click here.

How did you do? Be sure to keep up on the latest water-related news, because another installment of The Aquatic Quiz will be coming in the next issue of WaterShapes EXTRA!