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Kayaking
  • 1. Which muscle group provides 60% of the energy during the power phase of a forward stroke in kayaking?
A) The shoulders
B) The core
C) The arms
D) The legs
  • 2. In which phase does the torso rotate 45% towards one side of the kayak?
A) The catch phase
B) None of these
C) The exit phase
D) The power phase
  • 3. What is the purpose of lifting the paddle rapidly during the exit phase?
A) To cool down
B) To stabilize the kayak
C) To provide more power to the stroke
D) To perform the next catch phase quickly
  • 4. What is a significant advantage of kayak diving over using a powered boat?
A) It is considerably cheaper
B) It requires less gear
C) It provides more comfort
D) It allows for faster travel
  • 5. How far can kayakers paddle to reach a diving site?
A) Anywhere as long as it's sheltered
B) Only within sight of land
C) A few meters from the shore
D) Several kilometres along the coastline
  • 6. What percentage of energy is provided by the arm motion during the power phase?
A) 60%
B) 10%
C) 50%
D) 30%
  • 7. Why might a diver choose kayak diving over traditional dive boat operations?
A) It gives independence from dive boat operators
B) It is faster
C) It requires less skill
D) It is safer
  • 8. What action should be taken with the paddle as it reaches the hip during the exit phase?
A) Hold it steady
B) Push it deeper into the water
C) Lift it to shoulder height
D) Turn it sideways
  • 9. What is one of the outdoor activities that kayaks can be used for, besides paddling?
A) Hiking
B) Cycling
C) Fishing
D) Rock climbing
  • 10. What percentage of energy is provided by extending the leg against the foot peg during the power phase?
A) 10%
B) 60%
C) 30%
D) 20%
  • 11. Why might kayak diving be chosen for sites that are too far to comfortably swim?
A) Because the sea is sheltered
B) Because it requires less gear
C) Because it is more comfortable
D) Because it is faster than swimming
  • 12. What happens if a paddler continues to paddle past their hip?
A) It drags and lifts water without contributing to forward motion
B) It provides more power
C) It increases speed significantly
D) It stabilizes the kayak
  • 13. What is one benefit of kayaking for wilderness exploration?
A) Adaptability to different environments
B) Less physical effort required
C) No need for navigation skills
D) Speed compared to other vehicles
  • 14. What is the role of the upper hand on the paddle during the power phase?
A) Provides 60% of the energy
B) Stabilizes the paddle in the water
C) Pulls on the paddle while remaining parallel to the side of the kayak
D) Assists with torso rotation by pushing towards the direction of the stroke
  • 15. What is a common use for kayaks during floods?
A) Search and rescue
B) Fishing
C) Diving
D) Hiking
  • 16. Which type of kayak is typically used for non-white water activities?
A) "Play boats"
B) "Sit on top" kayaks
C) "Tandems"
D) "Cockpit style" kayaks
  • 17. What is a common feature of "sit on top" kayaks that helps keep them dry?
A) "Dry hatch"
B) "Through holes"
C) "Buoyancy aid"
D) "Spray skirt"
  • 18. Which piece of safety gear is often required for white water kayaking?
A) Helmet
B) Whistle
C) Throwing rope
D) Water shoes
  • 19. What type of paddle blade orientation helps reduce wind resistance in kayaking?
A) Flat paddle
B) Round paddle
C) Off-set paddle
D) Symmetrical paddle
  • 20. Which kayak style involves sitting with legs and hips inside the hull?
A) "Sit on top" kayaks
B) "Tandems"
C) "Inflatables"
D) "Cockpit style"
  • 21. What is a common variant of "cockpit style" kayaks used for tricks and maneuvers?
A) "Sit on top" kayaks
B) "Play boats"
C) "Inflatables"
D) "Tandems"
  • 22. What type of kayak is often called "Duckies"?
A) "Sit on top" kayaks
B) "Cockpit style" kayaks
C) "Inflatables"
D) "Play boats"
  • 23. Which type of kayak is configured for multiple paddlers?
A) "Play boats"
B) "Sit on top" kayaks
C) "Tandems"
D) "Cockpit style" kayaks
  • 24. What type of clothing helps protect kayakers from cold water or air temperatures?
A) Helmet
B) Life jacket
C) Water shoes
D) Dry suit, wetsuit, or spray top
  • 25. What is the purpose of a whistle in kayaking?
A) Signaling for help
B) Providing buoyancy
C) Reducing wind resistance
D) Storing equipment
  • 26. What type of safety gear is used to rescue other kayakers?
A) Whistle
B) Throwing ropes
C) Diving knife
D) Life jacket
  • 27. Which event marked the birthplace of modern-day white-water kayaking?
A) The first Olympic kayak race.
B) Adolf Anderle's descent down the Salzachöfen Gorge in 1931.
C) Fridel Meyer's journey from Bavaria to Westminster, England.
D) The introduction of kayaking as a demonstration sport at the 1924 Olympics.
  • 28. When did fiberglass kayaks become commonly used?
A) In the 1930s.
B) In the 1950s.
C) In the 1980s.
D) In the 2000s.
  • 29. Which material is considered feather-light and expensive for kayak construction?
A) Carbon fiber.
B) Wood.
C) Polyester.
D) PVC.
  • 30. What is the main advantage of wooden kayaks made from plywood?
A) They require no maintenance.
B) They are more durable than fiberglass kayaks.
C) They can be lighter than any other material except skin-on frame.
D) They are cheaper to manufacture.
  • 31. When did kayaking become a mainstream popular sport in the U.S.?
A) In the 1970s.
B) In the 1990s.
C) In the 2000s.
D) In the 1950s.
  • 32. What are 'strainers' in the context of whitewater kayaking?
A) Man-made structures to assist paddlers.
B) Debris that inhibits a kayaker's path.
C) Training camps for beginners.
D) Rapids with high water flow.
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