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