Orienteering Introduction

Which is not needed to orienteer?

• map
• GPS
• compass

Crossing territory using a map and compass is known as...

• orienting the map
• orienteering
• orientation
• orientational

In which European country did the sport originate?

• Norway
• Russia
• Sweden
• Valley Forge

A map that shows the features of the earth's surface is...

• geographic map
• political map
• topographic map
• special purpose map

On an orienteering map, how are changes in elevation shown?

• colors
• contour lines
• in the key
• with numbers

Other than "by foot" which is not a way to complete an orienteering course?

• in a canoe
• riding a bike
• riding a horse
• while skiing

Which color (level) course is not among those that are the easiest to complete?

• white
• green
• yellow 
• orange

A novice is not...

• a beginner
• a person who is learning a skill
• an expert

Which characteristic is true of an expert orienteering course?

• it is shorter
• travel within site of identifiable andmarks
• greater reliance on the compass
• terrain is easier

To navigate an orienteering course, you will need...

• a tour guide
• a written set of directions
• a GPS
• a topographic map and a compass