2 Read the introduction and the conclusion of the essay, which compares
and contrasts the two shark species. Complete the essay by writing two
paragraphs about the differences between the two species. Refer to the
Task checklist on page 34.
The whale shark and the tiger shark
The whale shark and the tiger shark are two of the many shark species found in
the major oceans of the world. Both the whale shark and the tiger shark belong to
the animal class Chondrichthyes. Both types of shark have a large mouth, a divided
tail and fins for swimming, including the large triangular fin which can often be seen
above the surface of the water. On the other hand, these two types of shark are very
different in their physical characteristics, diet, behaviour and conservation status.