Topic Shark attacks General purpose To inform Specific purpose To inform the public about how common shark attacks are, what to do if you encounter a shark attack and provide interesting facts about shark attack sharks and shark attacks. Central idea During a shark attack, one must remain calm and follow simple instructions. Also, to show where are the most common places where shark attacks occur and more interesting facts about sharks. Introduction Would you believe me if I told you that you have a better chance of becoming a millionaire and winning the lottery than of suffering a shark attack? Everyone has seen the movie Jaws or, if not, at least listened to the haunting shark music. It's a shame the music doesn't play because you're swimming in the ocean, right? Although people believe they are shark bait, with their legs dangling over the edge of a surfboard into the water, surprisingly the sharks don't go out of their way to attack humans. They prefer to prey on seals or other small marine mammals. Sharks are territorial animals and feel threatened by humans in their waters. With the goal of decreasing the number of shark-associated injuries and deaths worldwide, it is critical to know why sharks attack which species, how to avoid attacks, and what to do if attacked. Shark Attacks and Believed Causes (a) Provoked vs. Unprovoked1. GSAF (Global Shark Attack File) defines a provoked incident as one where the shark has been speared, hooked, captured or any situation where a human has drawn "first blood" and these are the most common reasons for attacks. These occur when people somehow touch or invade the sharks' territory.2. Unprovoked attacks tend to occur in three options. Most are hit and run attacks —...... middle of paper... then the sharks won't react, they will get scared and move away. But in case you can't escape completely, try sticking your fingers into the shark's eyes or its gill slits, which are located just behind the eyes on the shark's head. Conclusion If I were to have all of you who said this If you want to move from Wisconsin to somewhere warm and potentially to a coast, raise your hand, I'm sure I'd get at least one or two hands. So, for those few people who are looking to get away from Wisconsin's brutal climate and enjoy the sandy beach in the sun, remember this. Shark attacks are an easily preventable accident by simply paying attention when entering the water. Do some research on the area you are in, maybe even talk to locals. These creatures have a bad reputation that is not 100% deserved. Ladies and gentlemen, fish and sharks are always friends, not food.