Which are more dangerous: sharks or humans? - 6 Minute English

Sharks have gained a reputation for being cruel and vengeful creatures. A lot of it might have to do with the 70s blockbuster movie ’Jaws’. But is this true? Do sharks kill more humans or do humans kill more sharks? Sam and Rob talk about it and teach you related vocabulary along the way. This week’s quiz Approximately, how many different species of shark exist today? a) 330 b) 530 c) 730 Listen to the programme to find out the answer. Vocabulary apex predator predator (animal that hunts and eats other animals) at the top of a food chain because it has no natural predators of its own grudge feeling of anger or hatred towards someone because of what they did to you in the past nothing could be further from the truth expression used to emphasise that something is not true at all cartilage strong flexible tissue which connects bones or joints in the bodies of living creatures flexible able to bend without breaking agile able to move your body quickly and easily [Cover: Getty Images] You can download audio and text here: More 6 Minute English episodes: Climate change and evolution Preserving traditional recipes Restoring trust in science People who can taste words Britain’s love affair with coffee Intimacy on screen Personalised diets #learnenglish #sharks #bbclearningenglish #ocean #predator #jaws