The Art of Wire Walking

Based on the title of the video, The Art of Wire Walking, Infer the narrator's view on the dangers of wire walking?

• Wire walking is dangerous but anyone can do it.

• People who do wire walking have a passion for this art form.

• Wire walking is only for daredevils.

• Wire walking is not considered a sport.

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What prompted the narrator to perform wire walks?

• He wanted to be arrested and defy police.

• The challenge and thrill it presented

• An unexpected question during an interview

• A deep passion for walking on wires and to inspire others.

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How many times did Petit cross the wire?

• 1

• 2

• 4

• 8

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What did the narrator feel when looking down from the wire?

• Fear and regret

• Amazement and a unique perspective

• Excitement and joy

• A sense of accomplishment

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How does the narrator prepare for a high wire walk?

• By doing physical exercises

• By planning and rehearsing

• By meditating

• By visualizing the walk

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How does the narrator describe the art of wire walking?

• As a difficult yet simple art

• As something that requires formal education

• As an activity that is not dangerous

• As a talent that only a few possess

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What does the narrator consider essential for excelling in wire walking?

• Wearing the right shoes

• Learning from a mentor

• Practicing constantly

• Having a good balance

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What does the narrator say about the difficulty of wire walking?

• It's the hardest art to master

• It's easy once you learn the basics

• It's both difficult and easy in its own way

• It requires physical strength more than skill

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What was one of the narrator's most memorable wire walking experiences?

• Walking between two skyscrapers

• An adventure surrounded by friends

• Performing in front of a large crowd

• Walking on a wire in the countryside

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What future project does the narrator dream of?

• Crossing the Niagara Falls on a wire

• Setting up a wire on Easter Island

• Walking across the Grand Canyon

• Performing a walk in space

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