Only In Switzerland 14 - Base Jumping in the Bernese Alps

Only In Switzerland 14 - Base Jumping in the Bernese Alps

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History, Social Studies, Physical Ed

10th Grade - University

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A Swiss base jumper plans to leap from the highest points of the three tallest mountains in the Bernese Alps within 11 hours and 45 minutes. Accompanied by a cameraman who paraglides, the jumper uses a wing suit that resembles a straight jacket to glide. After flying halfway to the next mountain, he releases his parachute, embodying the motto: Have fun. Don't die.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the base jumper's ambitious goal?

To paraglide across the Burnese Alps

To climb and leap from the tallest mountains in the world

To climb and leap from the highest exit points of the three tallest mountains in the Burnese Alps

To climb and leap from the tallest buildings in Switzerland

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long does the base jumper plan to complete his challenge?

12 hours and 15 minutes

10 hours and 30 minutes

11 hours and 45 minutes

13 hours and 5 minutes

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What alternative method does the cameraman use to accompany the base jumper?

Rock climbing

Skydiving

Bungee jumping

Paragliding

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the base jumper use to help him glide?

A parachute

A straight jacket

A wing suit

A glider

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What motto does the base jumper seem to follow?

Have fun, don't die

Live fast, die young

No risk, no reward

Safety first