Water Sports for Year 5: Dive into Aquatic Adventures

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of the rudder on a kayak?

Accepted Answer

To steer the kayak

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To move the kayak forward

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To balance the kayak

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To hold the paddle

Question 2

What force makes a sailboat move forward?

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Wind

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Gravity

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Friction

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Buoyancy

Question 3

Which swimming stroke is fastest and most efficient?

Accepted Answer

Front crawl

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Backstroke

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Butterfly stroke

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Breaststroke

Question 4

What does a bilge pump do in a kayak?

Accepted Answer

Removes water from the kayak

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Inflates the kayak

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Anchors the kayak

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Stores gear

Question 5

Which of the following is a basic swimming stroke used to swim on your back?

Accepted Answer

Backstroke

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Breaststroke

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Butterfly

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Freestyle

Question 6

Which type of wind is best suited for sailing a boat?

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Tailwind

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Headwind

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Crosswind

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Calm wind

Question 7

What part of your body helps you balance on a kayak?

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Core

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Arms

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Legs

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Head

Question 8

What is the name of the rope that attaches the sail to the mast on a sailboat?

Accepted Answer

Halyard

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Sheet

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Boom

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Cleat

Question 9

What is the purpose of the rudder on a kayak?

Accepted Answer

To steer the kayak

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To propel the kayak forward

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To slow down the kayak

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To keep the kayak upright

Question 10

When entering the water from a kayak, which of the following is the correct way to enter?

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Feet first

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Headfirst

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Sideways

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Jump in

Question 11

Which swimming stroke involves moving your arms in a forward and backward motion through the water?

Accepted Answer

Front crawl

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Breaststroke

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Backstroke

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Butterfly

Question 12

What is the name of the part of the sailboat that helps to steer it?

Accepted Answer

Rudder

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Keel

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Mast

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Sail

Question 13

When entering the water from a dock, what's the safest way to do it?

Accepted Answer

Slide in slowly

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Jump in feet first

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Dive in head first

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Sit on the edge and swing your legs in

Question 14

If you need to stay afloat in the water, what's the best way to do it?

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Inflate a life jacket

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Hold your breath

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Paddle with your hands

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Kick your legs

Question 15

Which of the following is not considered a water sport?

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Cycling

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Surfing

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Rowing

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Snorkeling

Question 16

When swimming in open water, it's crucial to follow water safety rules. Which rule is the most important to keep in mind?

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Swim only in areas with a lifeguard.

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Swim alone.

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Don't wear a life jacket.

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Swim after eating a large meal.

Question 17

Which of the following is not a water sport?

Accepted Answer

Cycling

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Swimming

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Kayaking

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Sailing

Question 18

Which of the following actions goes against water safety rules?

Accepted Answer

Go swimming alone.

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Always wear a life jacket when boating.

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Swim only in areas where a lifeguard is present.

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Never dive headfirst into shallow water.

Question 19

What is the proper way to float on your back?

Accepted Answer

Relax your body and spread out your arms and legs.

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Hold your breath and arch your back.

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Paddle with your arms and kick with your legs.

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Keep your head above water and your body straight.

Question 20

What is the main difference between a kayak and a canoe?

Accepted Answer

Kayaks are narrower and have a closed deck, while canoes are wider and have an open deck.

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Canoes are faster than kayaks.

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Kayaks have only one paddle, while canoes have two.

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There is no difference between a kayak and a canoe.

Question 21

What is the appropriate attire for sailing?

Accepted Answer

Wear layers of clothing, including waterproof and windproof gear.

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Wear a swimsuit and flip-flops.

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Wear heavy boots and a thick coat.

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It doesn't matter what you wear when sailing.

Question 22

What is the purpose of a life jacket?

Accepted Answer

To help you stay afloat in the water.

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To protect you from the sun.

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To make you look cooler.

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To help you swim faster.

Question 23

Which device is NOT used for keeping people afloat on water?

Accepted Answer

Scuba tank

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Life jacket

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Buoyancy aid

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Swim vest

Question 24

When kayaking, what is the most important safety precaution?

Accepted Answer

Always wear a life jacket

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Paddle only in deep water

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Never kayak by yourself

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Use a kayak that is too large for you

Question 25

What is the purpose of a boat's rudder?

Accepted Answer

To control the boat's direction

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To increase the boat's speed

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To balance the boat

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To stop the boat

Question 26

What is the safest way to enter the water when swimming?

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Wade in slowly

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Dive headfirst

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Jump in feet first

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Roll off the edge

Question 27

Which type of kayak is best for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Recreational kayak

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Racing kayak

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White water kayak

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Sea kayak

Question 28

What is the difference between a sail and a rudder?

Accepted Answer

A sail moves the boat forward while a rudder steers it.

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A rudder moves the boat forward while a sail steers it.

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A sail steers the boat while a rudder stops it.

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A rudder stops the boat while a sail steers it.

Question 29

Which of the following is a good behavior to have when participating in water sports?

Accepted Answer

Respect for others

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Horseplay

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Ignoring safety instructions

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Overconfidence

Question 30

When you enter a cold body of water, you should:

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Get in gradually.

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Jump in headfirst.

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Hold your nose shut.

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Dunk your head completely.

Question 31

What does the term 'tacking' mean in sailing?

Accepted Answer

Changing the direction of the boat by turning the sails.

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Throwing the anchor overboard.

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Pulling the sails in tight.

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Lowering the sails.

Question 32

When taking part in water activities, why is it important to have a buddy system?

Accepted Answer

To have someone to help in an emergency

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To make the activity more enjoyable

Question 33

Besides a life jacket, what helps you float in water?

Accepted Answer

Floatation ring

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Goggles

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Swim fins

Question 34

Why is it crucial to obey the lifeguard's instructions when swimming?

Accepted Answer

Lifeguards are responsible for ensuring everyone's safety in the water.

Accepted Answer

Disobeying the lifeguard's instructions can lead to dangerous situations.

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Lifeguards are always correct and know what's best.

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Lifeguards are paid to tell you what to do.

Question 35

Mark is planning a trip to the lake. Which of these is NOT a water safety rule he should follow?

Accepted Answer

Use an inflatable pool toy as a life jacket.

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Always let someone know where you are going and when you expect to be back.

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Wear a life jacket when boating or swimming in deep water.

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Don't go swimming alone.

Question 36

Which of the following safety rules is NOT recommended when swimming?

Accepted Answer

Swimming alone is safe as long as you are a good swimmer.

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Stay within your depth.

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Always swim with a buddy.

Question 37

What is the main function of a life jacket?

Accepted Answer

To keep you afloat in water.

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To make you swim faster.

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To store your belongings.

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To provide sun protection.

Question 38

Which of the following is a fundamental skill in kayaking?

Accepted Answer

Paddle strokes

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Shooting

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Putting

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Dribbling

Question 39

Which force acts against a boat moving through water?

Accepted Answer

Drag

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Gravity

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Thrust

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Lift

Question 40

Which of the following is NOT a potential benefit of participating in water sports?

Accepted Answer

Increased risk of injury

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Enhanced balance

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Improved cardiovascular health

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Reduced stress

Question 41

What technique can be used to recover from capsizing in a kayak?

Accepted Answer

Wet exit or Eskimo roll

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Remaining inside the kayak and waiting for assistance

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Abandoning the kayak and swimming ashore

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Calling for help immediately

Question 42

Which type of sailboat is known for its single mast and triangular sail?

Accepted Answer

Sloop

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Trimaran

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Schooner

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Catamaran

Question 43

Why is it important to wear sunscreen while participating in water sports?

Accepted Answer

To protect your skin from the harmful effects of the sun's ultraviolet rays.

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To keep your skin hydrated.

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To make your skin look tanner.

Question 44

Which of the following is NOT a water sport?

Accepted Answer

Running

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Surfing

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Wakeboarding

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Kiteboarding

Question 45

What should you always do first when participating in water sports?

Accepted Answer

Wear a life jacket.

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Swim alone.

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Dive into shallow water.

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Stay close to the shore.

Question 46

What is the name of the tool used to paddle a kayak or canoe?

Accepted Answer

Paddle

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Oar

Question 47

Which part of the sailboat catches the wind and propels the boat forward?

Accepted Answer

Sail

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Rudder

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Mast

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Hull

Question 48

What is the main purpose of a wetsuit?

Accepted Answer

To keep the wearer warm in cold water.

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To increase the wearer's speed in the water.

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To protect the wearer from the sun's rays.

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To help the wearer float better.

Question 49

Which of the following is a benefit of participating in water sports?

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Improved cardiovascular health.

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Increased risk of injury.

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Impaired coordination.

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Reduced muscle mass.

Question 50

What is the name of the rope that is used to raise and lower the sail on a sailboat?

Accepted Answer

Halyard

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Mainsheet

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Traveler

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Jib sheet

Question 51

Which type of kayak is designed to be sat on top of, rather than inside?

Accepted Answer

Sit-on-top kayak

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Whitewater kayak

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Inflatable kayak

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Touring kayak

Question 52

What is the safest way to enter a kayak?

Accepted Answer

Hold the kayak steady with one hand on the side and the other on the front handle. Step into the kayak with one foot first, then sit down gently.

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Lower yourself into the kayak backwards.

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Jump into the kayak from the side.