Lesson 12: Flying Above the Water

Lesson 12: Flying Above the Water

Multiple Choice

Read this sentence from the article.

One minute you're on the water, and the next your heart skips a beat as you're soaring through the air, performing aerial tricks with your feet still attached to the board.

Based on this sentence, with which statement would the author most likely agree?

• Only professionals should attempt to perform kitesurfing tricks.

• Kitesurfing is too dangerous for most people to attempt.

• Performing aerial tricks while kitesurfing is as easy as doing tricks on waterskis.

• Kitesurfing is a challenging but highly exciting water sport.

Multiple Choice

Which sentence from the article best illustrates how the author views kitesurfing?

• '"The idea of kiteboarding flashed into my mind and my imagination ran wild."'

• "Kitesurfers ride the waves on a board like surfers do, but they're towed along by large kites flying in-the-wind."

• "This adventurous sport is sure to provide an adrenaline rush as you enjoy the freedom of the wind blowing in your face."

• "After all, you could find yourself flying 40 feet in the air at a fairly frightening rate of speed."

Multiple Choice

Which sentence most accurately describes the author's purpose for writing this article?

• He wants to inform readers about the appeal and challenges of kitesurfing.

• He wants to help readers to understand why kitesurfing can be very expensive.

• He wants to compare kitesurfing to other types of extreme water sports.

• He wants to encourage readers to help make kitesurfing an Olympic event.

Multiple Choice

In spite of his warnings, the author believes the thrill of kitesurfing is well worth the effort. Which sentence from the article best supports this statement?

• "Because so much equipment is needed to go kitesurfing, the sport can be expensive."

• "Whether required or not, a helmet is always a good idea for your safety, as is a life vest."

• "If you're ready to try this exciting sport, you'll want to know that Australia is the world's top kitesurfing hot spot."

• "If you're looking for the incredible rush of a new and exciting challenge, find a way to experience th is extreme sport."

Open Ended

Although the author is enthusiastic about kitesurfing, he also wants readers to know what they're getting into. What are some of the details that help him achieve this goal?