World Book Trivia Quiz For Kids--1/14-winter Sports
- 1.
In speed skating, why do some skaters swing only one arm?
- A.
To look cool
- B.
To conserve energy
- C.
To go faster
Correct Answer
B. To conserve energyExplanation
In speed skating, the skaters race around a frozen track. They cover distances of 500 to 10,000 meters. Speed skaters swing their arms for a smooth, flowing motion. In races longer than 1,500 meters, they save energy by swinging only one arm.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Modern figure skating was started by Jackson Haines, a ____________.
- A.
Hockey player
- B.
Swimmer
- C.
Ballet dancer
Correct Answer
C. Ballet dancerExplanation
Skate blades made of iron were used in the Netherlands about 1250. All-steel blades were first made in the 1850's, and skating became popular. About 1870, an American ballet dancer named Jackson Haines started modern figure skating.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Which of the following is NOT a type of skiing?
- A.
Nordic
- B.
Alpine
- C.
Terrain
Correct Answer
C. TerrainExplanation
There are three types of skiing: Alpine skiing, Nordic skiing, and freestyle skiing. The two most popular forms of skiing are Alpine skiing and cross-country skiing, which is a kind of Nordic skiing.Rate this question:
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- 4.
When did snowboarding become an event in the Winter Olympic Games?
- A.
1998
- B.
2002
- C.
2006
Correct Answer
A. 1998Explanation
Snowboarding first became popular during the 1980's among young people as something different from skiing. Snowboarders perform many of the same movements as skiers. In 1998, snowboarding became an event in the Winter Olympic Games.Rate this question:
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- 5.
How many people are on a bobsled team?
- A.
2
- B.
4
- C.
Either of the above answers
Correct Answer
C. Either of the above answersExplanation
Today, bobsledding is part of the Olympic Games. In a competition, teams of two or four people ride the bobsled.Rate this question:
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- 6.
How many hockey players are on the ice at a time for each team?
- A.
5
- B.
6
- C.
7
Correct Answer
B. 6Explanation
Each team has six players on the ice at one time. One player, called the goalie, stays in front of the goal to guard it. The other players try to move the puck with their sticks until they are in position to shoot it into the other team's goal.Rate this question:
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- 7.
In curling, what is the target that players are aiming at?
- A.
Large circle
- B.
Net
- C.
Small hole
Correct Answer
A. Large circleExplanation
Curling is a game played on ice. It is played by two teams of four players each. The teams slide large, heavy stones over the ice toward a target. The target is a large circle. There is a target at each end of the ice.Rate this question:
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- 8.
How many countries must a sport be played in to be considered becoming an Olympic event?
- A.
25
- B.
30
- C.
50
Correct Answer
A. 25Explanation
A sport must be played in at least 25 countries on three continents to be considered. The Winter Olympics include over 85 events.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Shani Davis was the first African American to win an individual gold medal at the Winter Olympic Games.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Davis, Shani (1982-...), an American speed skater, became the first African American to win an individual gold medal at the Winter Olympic Games.Rate this question:
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- 10.
The Winter Olympic Games last 20 days.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The Winter Games are usually held in February and last 17 days. The games attract approximately 2,500 athletes from about 80 countries.Rate this question:
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