World Book Trivia Challenge Advanced--1/14--winter Sports
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Which of the following is NOT a chief concern of environmental groups regarding snowmobiling?
- A.
Endangers wildlife
- B.
Destroys trees
- C.
Disturbs peacefulness of wilderness
- D.
Leaves permanent tracks
Correct Answer
D. Leaves permanent tracksExplanation
Some environmental groups criticize snowmobiling. They believe it destroys trees and other plants and endangers wildlife. They also say that the noise of snowmobile engines disturbs the peacefulness of wild areas.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What is another name for iceboating?
- A.
Snow sailing
- B.
Ice yachting
- C.
Cold wind sailing
Correct Answer
B. Ice yachtingExplanation
Iceboating, also called ice yachting, is a popular winter sport in northern regions of the United States and of European countries. Iceboats are small, speedy craft that resemble sailboats. They perform best in strong, steady winds on large areas of smooth ice. An iceboat can travel up to 100 miles (160 kilometers) per hour.Rate this question:
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- 3.
How long is the short program in figure skating?
- A.
2 minutes 50 seconds
- B.
1 minute 15 seconds
- C.
30 seconds
Correct Answer
A. 2 minutes 50 secondsExplanation
The short program counts one-third of the skater's total score for the competition. It consists of eight required moves or elements: three jumps, three spins, and two fast step sequences or footwork. The moves may be done in any sequence with a 2-minute 50-second time limit. The moves are performed to music.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Ice dancing competition consists of how many parts?
- A.
2
- B.
3
- C.
7
Correct Answer
B. 3Explanation
Ice dancing competition consists of three parts. They are, in the order performed: (1) compulsory dances, (2) the original dance, and (3) free dancing.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Where was the earliest evidence of ice skating discovered?
- A.
Chicago
- B.
London
- C.
Paris
Correct Answer
B. LondonExplanation
The earliest evidence of ice skating was found among Roman ruins in London and dates back to 50 B.C. Excavations of the ruins uncovered leather soles and blades made of polished animal bones. About A.D. 1100, people in Scandinavia wore skates made of deer or elk bones, which were strapped to boots with leather. These early skates were used for transportation. Recreational ice skating may have begun during the 1100's in Britain.Rate this question:
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- 6.
What one-person sled sport also uses a bobsled course?
- A.
Skeleton
- B.
Boblink
- C.
Dead man's curve
Correct Answer
A. SkeletonExplanation
A one-person sled sport called skeleton also uses a bobsled course. In skeleton, riders lie on the sled with their head forward. They steer the sled by the movement of the head and shoulders.Rate this question:
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- 7.
When did the first organized sled dog race take place?
- A.
1868
- B.
1908
- C.
1938
Correct Answer
B. 1908Explanation
The first organized sled dog race took place in 1908 in Nome, Alaska. Today, sled dog races are held in more than 20 countries. In Nome-style racing, the dogs in each team are hitched in groups of two side by side, sometimes with a single lead dog.Rate this question:
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- 8.
The half-pipe is a skiing event.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The half-pipe is an acrobatic snowboarding event, not a skiing event. The event is performed in a deep trough.Rate this question:
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- 9.
What winter sport combines cross-country skiing with rifle marksmanship?
- A.
Biathlon
- B.
Triathlon
- C.
Ski shooting
Correct Answer
A. BiathlonExplanation
The biathlon is a winter event that combines cross-country ski racing and rifle marksmanship.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Toboggans are pushed on ice by two runners.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Tobogganing is the winter sport of coasting on snow or ice by means of toboggans, which are sleds without runners.Rate this question:
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