General Awareness

Adventure and Extreme Sports

2,435 Questions

Adventure and extreme sports questions test knowledge of outdoor recreational activities. This includes water sports, snowboarding, and specialized safety equipment. These topics occasionally appear in the general awareness sections of SSC and banking exams.

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Adventure and Extreme Sports Questions

Multiple choice

Which of these is a type of surfboard fin?

  1. Single fin

  2. Twin fin

  3. Thruster

  4. Quad fin
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

A thruster surfboard fin setup consists of three fins, one large center fin and two smaller side fins, providing stability and maneuverability.

Multiple choice

Which of these is a type of surfboard leash?

  1. Straight leash

  2. Coiled leash

  3. Competition leash

  4. Ankle leash
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

An ankle leash is a cord that attaches the surfboard to the rider's ankle, preventing the surfboard from drifting away in case of a fall.

Multiple choice

Which of these is a type of skateboard truck?

  1. High trucks

  2. Low trucks

  3. Independent trucks

  4. Reverse kingpin trucks
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Independent skateboard trucks are designed to allow the skateboard's wheels to turn independently of each other, providing better maneuverability and control.

Multiple choice

Which of these is a type of windsurfing sail?

  1. Freeride sail

  2. Wave sail

  3. Race sail

  4. Slalom sail
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Freeride windsurfing sails are designed for all-around performance, suitable for a wide range of wind conditions and riding styles.

Multiple choice

What is a sick air?

  1. A high jump

  2. A difficult trick

  3. A wipeout

  4. A new move
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

A sick air is a skateboarding or snowboarding trick that is particularly impressive or difficult to perform.

Multiple choice

What does shredding mean in board sports?

  1. Riding aggressively

  2. Performing tricks

  3. Going fast

  4. Falling
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Shredding is a term used to describe riding a board in a fast and aggressive manner, often involving jumps and tricks.

Multiple choice

What does ollie mean in skateboarding?

  1. A jump

  2. A flip

  3. A slide

  4. A grab
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

An ollie is a fundamental skateboarding trick that involves jumping the board into the air without using the hands.

Multiple choice

What is a kickflip?

  1. A jump

  2. A flip

  3. A slide

  4. A grab
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

A kickflip is a skateboarding trick where the board is flipped 360 degrees in the air while the rider remains on top.

Multiple choice

What does grind mean in skateboarding?

  1. A jump

  2. A flip

  3. A slide

  4. A grab
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

A grind is a skateboarding trick where the rider slides the board along a surface, such as a rail or curb.

Multiple choice

What is a grab?

  1. A jump

  2. A flip

  3. A slide

  4. Holding onto the board in mid-air
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

A grab is a skateboarding or snowboarding trick where the rider grabs the board with their hand while in mid-air.

Multiple choice

What does switch mean in board sports?

  1. Riding with the opposite foot forward

  2. Riding backwards

  3. Performing a trick in the opposite direction

  4. Changing boards
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Switch is a term used to describe riding a board with the opposite foot forward than usual.

Multiple choice

What is a fakie?

  1. Riding backwards

  2. Performing a trick in the opposite direction

  3. Changing boards

  4. Falling
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Fakie is a term used to describe riding a board backwards.

Multiple choice

What is a heelflip?

  1. A jump

  2. A flip

  3. A slide

  4. A grab
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

A heelflip is a skateboarding trick where the board is flipped 360 degrees in the air while the rider remains on top, using the heel of their back foot.

Multiple choice

What is the most common type of airplane used for skydiving?

  1. Cessna 182

  2. Piper Cherokee

  3. Beechcraft Bonanza

  4. Diamond DA40
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The Cessna 182 is the most common type of airplane used for skydiving due to its spacious cabin, high wing design, and ability to climb quickly to high altitudes.

Multiple choice

Which type of airplane is used for glider towing?

  1. Fixed-wing aircraft

  2. Helicopter

  3. Drone

  4. Amphibious aircraft
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Fixed-wing aircraft are commonly used for glider towing due to their ability to tow gliders to high altitudes and release them for soaring.