Grade 6 Parachute

What are the main components of a parachute design?

• Canopy, lines, harness, deployment system

• Rope, netting, wheels

• Wings, propellers, landing gear

• Straps, buckles, padding

Explain how the shape of a parachute affects its performance during descent.

• The shape of a parachute affects its performance during descent by influencing the amount of air resistance or drag it generates.

• The shape of a parachute affects its performance during descent by altering the taste of the air it encounters.

• The shape of a parachute affects its performance during descent by changing the color of the fabric used.

• The shape of a parachute affects its performance during descent by determining the number of passengers it can carry.

What is the purpose of the canopy in a parachute design?

• To provide illumination during nighttime jumps

• To create drag and slow down the descent of the parachute

• To play music for entertainment during descent

• To release a pleasant scent for the parachutist

Describe the process of packing a parachute before a jump.

• Throw the parachute out of the plane and hope for the best

• Attach the parachute to a ceiling fan and let it spin

• Carefully lay out the parachute canopy, fold it into a specific configuration, place it into the deployment bag, secure the lines, and close the container.

• Stuff the parachute into a backpack without folding it

What safety measures should be taken during a parachute landing?

• Follow proper equipment checks, maintain correct body position, prepare for landing by bending knees and rolling, and avoid obstacles.

• Intentionally aim for obstacles during landing

• Land with legs straight and stiff to absorb impact better

• Ignore equipment checks and jump without proper inspection

How does the size of a parachute affect its landing speed?

• A smaller parachute will result in a higher landing speed.

• A larger parachute with a greater surface area will result in a lower landing speed.

• The size of the parachute does not affect the landing speed.

• A parachute with holes will have the same landing speed as a regular parachute.

What role does the suspension lines play in a parachute landing?

• Suspension lines are used to play music during the descent.

• Suspension lines are meant to be cut before landing.

• Suspension lines connect the canopy to the harness and control the descent rate and direction.

• Suspension lines are used for decoration purposes only.

Explain the concept of a 'flare' during a parachute landing.

• A 'flare' during a parachute landing is the action of pulling down on the control toggles to reduce vertical speed and forward momentum before touching down.

• A 'flare' is the act of spinning rapidly before landing

• A 'flare' is the release of additional parachutes during landing

• A 'flare' involves shouting loudly to alert others of the landing

What factors can influence the accuracy of a parachute landing?

• Temperature of the landing area

• Brand of the parachute

• Color of the parachute

• Wind speed and direction, weight of the jumper, size and design of the parachute, altitude of the jump, and proper training of the jumper.

Discuss the importance of wind conditions in a successful parachute landing.

• Wind conditions are important in determining the descent speed, direction, and accuracy of a parachute landing.

• Wind direction does not affect the accuracy of parachute landings

• Parachutes are not affected by wind speed

• Wind conditions have no impact on parachute landings