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How to swim across the English Channel - Exam
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  • 1. What is the approximate width of the English Channel at its narrowest point?
A) 50 miles
B) 30 miles
C) 21 miles
D) 10 miles
  • 2. What is the biggest challenge regarding weather conditions?
A) Unpredictability
B) Constant high winds
C) Consistent sunshine
D) Perfectly still water
  • 3. What is a common stroke used for Channel swimming?
A) Backstroke
B) Butterfly
C) Breaststroke
D) Front crawl
  • 4. What is the water temperature range typically encountered?
A) 15-18°C (59-64°F)
B) 25-30°C (77-86°F)
C) 5-10°C (41-50°F)
D) 30-35°C (86-95°F)
  • 5. What is the primary purpose of grease applied before a swim?
A) Insulation
B) Sun protection
C) Buoyancy
D) Speed
  • 6. What is the role of a pilot boat during the swim?
A) Navigation and support
B) Enforcing swimming rules
C) Pulling the swimmer if they get tired
D) Providing entertainment
  • 7. What is a typical feeding schedule during a Channel swim?
A) Every hour
B) Every 30 minutes
C) Only at the halfway point
D) Every 3 hours
  • 8. What is a common food choice during a Channel swim?
A) Pizza
B) Steak
C) Carbohydrate gels
D) Salad
  • 9. What is the name of the organization that ratifies swims?
A) Channel Swimming & Piloting Federation (CS&PF)
B) International Swimming Federation (FINA)
C) World Wildlife Fund
D) Red Cross
  • 10. What is a 'neap tide'?
A) Tide with largest tidal range
B) A type of swimming stroke
C) Tide with smallest tidal range
D) A type of seaweed
  • 11. Why is acclimatization to cold water important?
A) Prevents hypothermia
B) Prevents sunburn
C) Attracts fewer jellyfish
D) Makes you swim faster
  • 12. What is 'tidal flow'?
A) Movement of water due to tides
B) The rate at which salt dissolves in water
C) Flow of blood
D) Type of swimming stroke
  • 13. What is a typical training distance per week leading up to the swim?
A) 50-70 km
B) 5-10 km
C) 20-30 km
D) 100+ km
  • 14. What piece of equipment is generally NOT allowed during the swim?
A) Wetsuit
B) Swim cap
C) Goggles
D) Earplugs
  • 15. What is a common mental challenge during the swim?
A) Overexcitement
B) Boredom
C) Lack of focus
D) Excessive communication with the support crew
  • 16. What marine life is most commonly encountered?
A) Sharks
B) Polar bears
C) Jellyfish
D) Whales
  • 17. What is 'chafing' and how can it be prevented?
A) Dehydration; drink water
B) Skin irritation; use lubricant
C) Muscle cramps; stretch often
D) Sunburn; apply sunscreen
  • 18. What is the importance of sighting during the swim?
A) Waving to the support crew
B) Maintaining direction
C) Avoiding marine life
D) Finding food
  • 19. What is the approximate total time it takes to swim the Channel?
A) 5-7 hours
B) 24+ hours
C) 10-16 hours
D) 2-4 hours
  • 20. Which country do swimmers typically start from?
A) Belgium
B) France
C) England
D) Spain
  • 21. What is important to do immediately after completing the swim?
A) Eat a large, cold meal
B) Warm up gradually
C) Run a marathon
D) Dive back in
  • 22. What is 'land's end'?
A) A specific kind of swimming stroke
B) The place on the coast of France where swimmers typically land
C) A type of shark
D) The starting point in England
  • 23. What type of breathing is most efficient for Channel swimming?
A) Breathing through a snorkel
B) Unilateral breathing (every stroke)
C) Holding your breath
D) Bilateral breathing
  • 24. Why is it important to have a support crew?
A) To provide entertainment
B) To carry your luggage
C) For safety and navigation
D) Because it's a requirement
  • 25. What is the main reason Channel swimmers are not allowed to touch the boat?
A) Violates rules of the swim
B) Is dangerous
C) Disturbs the marine life
D) Damages the boat
  • 26. What is a potential consequence of neglecting cold water acclimatization?
A) Better suntan
B) Increased speed
C) Attracting fewer fish
D) Hypothermia
  • 27. What should a swimmer do if they encounter a strong current pushing them off course?
A) Hope it changes direction
B) Panic and swim harder
C) Adjust course to compensate
D) Give up and get on the boat
  • 28. What is the best time of year to attempt a Channel swim?
A) April to June
B) January to March
C) October to December
D) July to September
  • 29. What is the meaning of the phrase 'swimmer's shoulder'?
A) A tan line
B) A specific swimming technique
C) Overuse injury
D) A tattoo
  • 30. Besides physical fitness, what is crucial for a successful swim?
A) A lucky charm
B) Expensive equipment
C) Natural talent
D) Mental fortitude
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