WorksheetsSKATEBOARDING QUIZ (BEED STUDENTS ONLY)
Total questions: 30
Worksheet time: 15mins
Skateboarding originated in the 1950s–60s primarily as a pastime for which group of people?
Skiers
Surfers
Cyclists
Snowboarders
What nickname was originally used to describe skateboarding in its early years?
Road surfing
Board skating
Sidewalk surfing
Urban gliding
What aspect of skateboarding was primarily improved by the introduction of urethane wheels in the 1970s?
Trick complexity
Ride smoothness
Board durability
. Board size
Which skateboarding innovation by Rodney Mullen revolutionized street tricks in the 1980s–90s?
Kickflip
Ollie
Heelflip
Boardslide
If urethane wheels were never invented, what is the most likely consequence for skateboarding’s evolution?
The sport would have remained unchanged
Tricks would have been easier to perform
Fewer skate parks and smoother rides
Safety would have increased
Which skateboard part provides the traction necessary for foot control?
Deck
Grip tape
Bearings
Trucks
Which component allows the skateboard to turn and supports the deck?
Bearings
Trucks
Wheels
Hardware
In skateboarding, “hardware” refers to:
Pads and helmets
Deck and trucks
Bolts, nuts, washers
Wheels and bearings
A skate park bowl is most similar in function to:
A swimming pool
A basketball court
A running track
A cycling velodrome
Which equipment upgrade would most directly help a skater transition from beginner to advanced tricks?
Changing deck graphics
Using lighter trucks and faster bearings
Painting grip tape
Using larger bolts
. What is one common skate park rule?
No protective gear allowed
Helmets required
Limit of two tricks per run
Only professionals allowed
Which behavior shows good skate park etiquette?
Taking multiple turns in a row
Taking multiple turns in a row
Ignoring posted rules
Blocking other skaters’ runs
Why do many cities ban skateboarding in public zones?
To protect skaters from competition
Due to safety and property concerns
Because it is an expensive sport
To promote cycling instead
Which trick is considered the foundation of modern skateboarding?
Kickflip
Ollie
Heelflip
Manual
In a kickflip, the board flips:
Vertically
Horizontally
Diagonally
Sideways and vertically
What is a shove-it?
Jump with the board
Spin the board 180° without flipping
Grind both trucks evenly
Slide the underside on a rail
The 50-50 grind involves:
Sliding only on the back truck
Grinding on one truck
Grinding on both trucks evenly
Alternating truck grinds
Which trick would be most difficult to perform without mastering the ollie first?
Kickflip
Manual
Powerslide
Tail drag
Margielyn Didal is best known for:
Winning an Olympic gold medal
Being a pioneer of freestyle tricks
Winning Asian Games gold and competing in the Olympics
Inventing the ollie
Which Filipino-American skater turned pro at 15 and joined Birdhouse?
Kevin Almazan
Willy Santos
Rodney Mullen
Tony Hawk
Kevin Almazan is notable for:
Winning the X Games
Being a skateboard designer
Skating without legs and inspiring others
Inventing the kickflip
Why might adaptive athletes like Kevin Almazan be significant in skateboarding culture?
They change scoring rules
They promote inclusivity and challenge stereotypes
They compete only in separate events
They invent new safety gear
In Olympic skateboarding, the final score is based on:
Average of all trick attempts
Best four scores from runs and single tricks
Only the longest run time
Judge’s favorite trick
Street competition runs typically last:
15–30 seconds
45–60 seconds
1–2 minutes
1–2 minutes
Scoring in street competitions is based on:
Board design and creativity
Difficulty, execution, variety, style, and consistency
Number of spectators
Number of falls
If a skater scores high in difficulty but low in consistency, what should they focus on improving to win?
Landing tricks more reliably
Changing their deck size
Wearing better shoes
Avoiding rails entirely
Which is NOT a recommended safety practice?
Wearing a helmet
Checking board parts before riding
Warming up before tricks
Skating in prohibited areas
Skateboarding etiquette includes:
Encouraging beginners
Snaking runs
Trespassing for better spots
Ignoring others’ turns
How might promoting ethical etiquette influence the public perception of skateboarding?
It would make the sport appear more dangerous
It would encourage more bans on skateboarding
It would foster respect and acceptance of skaters
It would make tricks harder to learn
If you were tasked with designing a beginner-friendly skate park, which features would you prioritize to ensure safety and skill development?
Large gaps and steep rails
Smooth flat areas, small ramps, clear safety signage
Crowded urban street spots
Slippery surfaces for faster riding
