Extreme Sports Quiz

What is the approximate height in feet from which skydivers jump?

• 5,000 feet

• 7,000 feet

• 10,000 feet

• 12,000 feet

What is one of the tricks mentioned that divers perform?

• Backward rolls

• Forward flips

• Side jumps

• Handstands

What is the advice given to avoid diving accidents?

• Wear a helmet

• Know the depth of the water

• Dive with a friend

• Use a diving board

What do freestyle divers demonstrate?

• Their costumes

• Their moves

• Their equipment

• Their speed

What force helps climbers hold onto rocks?

• Gravity

• Magnetism

• Friction

• Electricity

What happens to friction when rocks are covered in ice and snow?

• Friction increases

• Friction decreases

• Friction stays the same

• Friction disappears completely

What is the main topic of the text?

• Gravity

• Climbing techniques

• Friction in climbing

• Weather conditions

Why do people climb rocks or mountains according to the text?

• To escape from gravity

• To get a workout

• To enjoy the view and get close to nature

• To compete with others

In what year did the first successful climb of Mount Everest occur?

• 1943

• 1953

• 1963

• 1973

What is the main challenge climbers face on the way up a mountain?

• Lack of oxygen

• Gravity

• Cold temperatures

• Wildlife