High Five Facts - Hockey

The video provides five interesting facts about hockey, covering different types of hockey, equipment used, the history of hockey pucks, uniforms and safety gear, and factors affecting the speed of hockey pucks. It highlights the differences between ice hockey and field hockey, the evolution of pucks from cow dung to rubber, and the protective gear worn by players. The video also explains how the speed of a puck can be influenced by various factors, including the player's speed and the puck's surface.

Which type of hockey is most commonly associated with the United States and Canada?

• Ice Hockey

• Shinny Hockey

• Roller Hockey

• Field Hockey

What was the original material used to make hockey pucks?

• Plastic

• Metal

• Wood

• Cow dung

In field hockey, what is the shape of the bottom of the hockey stick?

• L-shaped

• C-shaped

• Straight

• S-shaped

What additional protection do goalies wear in ice hockey compared to other players?

• Knee-high socks

• Face guard and heavier clothing

• Short sleeve tops

• Skirts with short pants

What factor does NOT affect the speed of a hockey puck?

• The color of the puck

• How hard the puck is hit

• The player's speed

• The puck's smoothness