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Outdoor Activities for Adventure Seekers

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Which of the following is NOT considered an extreme sport?

  1. Rock Climbing

  2. Bungee Jumping

  3. Hiking

  4. Whitewater Rafting


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Hiking is generally not considered an extreme sport, as it does not involve the same level of risk and adrenaline as activities like rock climbing, bungee jumping, and whitewater rafting.

What type of outdoor activity involves gliding through the air while attached to a parachute?

  1. Skydiving

  2. Hang Gliding

  3. Paragliding

  4. BASE Jumping


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Paragliding involves launching from a mountain or hill with a specially designed wing that allows the user to glide through the air.

Which outdoor activity involves descending down a vertical rock face using ropes and specialized equipment?

  1. Rock Climbing

  2. Mountaineering

  3. Caving

  4. Rappelling


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rock climbing involves using ropes, harnesses, and other equipment to ascend or descend vertical rock faces.

What is the term for an outdoor activity that involves navigating through natural terrain using a map and compass?

  1. Orienteering

  2. Geocaching

  3. Hiking

  4. Backpacking


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Orienteering is an outdoor sport that involves using a map and compass to navigate through natural terrain and find specific checkpoints.

Which outdoor activity involves paddling a boat through whitewater rapids?

  1. Kayaking

  2. Canoeing

  3. Whitewater Rafting

  4. Stand-Up Paddleboarding


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Whitewater rafting involves paddling a specialized raft through whitewater rapids, which are sections of a river with fast-moving water and turbulent waves.

What is the term for an outdoor activity that involves jumping from a fixed structure, usually attached to a rope or bungee cord?

  1. Skydiving

  2. Bungee Jumping

  3. BASE Jumping

  4. Paragliding


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Bungee jumping involves jumping from a fixed structure, such as a bridge or platform, while attached to a bungee cord, which provides a controlled descent.

Which outdoor activity involves descending down a waterfall using a rope?

  1. Canyoning

  2. Rock Climbing

  3. Rappelling

  4. Whitewater Rafting


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Canyoning involves descending down a waterfall or canyon using a rope, often combined with other techniques like rappelling and swimming.

What is the term for an outdoor activity that involves riding a mountain bike on rough terrain?

  1. Road Cycling

  2. Mountain Biking

  3. BMX

  4. Track Cycling


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Mountain biking involves riding a specially designed bicycle on rough terrain, such as trails, hills, and mountains.

Which outdoor activity involves navigating through a cave system?

  1. Spelunking

  2. Caving

  3. Rock Climbing

  4. Orienteering


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Caving, also known as spelunking, involves exploring and navigating through cave systems.

What is the term for an outdoor activity that involves paddling a canoe or kayak on a river or lake?

  1. Kayaking

  2. Canoeing

  3. Whitewater Rafting

  4. Stand-Up Paddleboarding


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Canoeing involves paddling a canoe, a small boat powered by a single paddle, on a river or lake.

Which outdoor activity involves jumping from an airplane with a parachute?

  1. Skydiving

  2. Hang Gliding

  3. Paragliding

  4. BASE Jumping


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Skydiving involves jumping from an airplane at a high altitude and deploying a parachute to descend safely to the ground.

What is the term for an outdoor activity that involves hiking through challenging terrain, often carrying a backpack with supplies?

  1. Backpacking

  2. Hiking

  3. Camping

  4. Orienteering


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Backpacking involves hiking through challenging terrain, often for multiple days, while carrying a backpack with supplies and equipment.

Which outdoor activity involves riding a surfboard on waves in the ocean?

  1. Surfing

  2. Bodyboarding

  3. Windsurfing

  4. Kitesurfing


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Surfing involves riding a surfboard on waves in the ocean, using the power of the waves to propel the surfer forward.

What is the term for an outdoor activity that involves climbing up a frozen waterfall using ice axes and crampons?

  1. Ice Climbing

  2. Rock Climbing

  3. Mountaineering

  4. Canyoning


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ice climbing involves using specialized equipment like ice axes and crampons to climb up frozen waterfalls or ice formations.

Which outdoor activity involves navigating through a forest or natural area using a compass and map?

  1. Geocaching

  2. Orienteering

  3. Hiking

  4. Camping


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Orienteering involves using a compass and map to navigate through a forest or natural area, finding specific checkpoints along the way.

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