Slacklining Bellringer

Slacklining Article:

What is the main difference between slacklining and tightrope walking?

• The height at which they are performed

• The material of the line

• The width and shape of the line

• The length of the line

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When did slacklining start to become popular?

• Around 1970

• Around 1980

• Around 1990

• Around 2000

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What gave the slackline its dynamic experience for participants?

• The height of the line

• The material of the line

• The bounce and elasticity of the line

• The length of the line

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Who holds the world record for the longest slackline?

• Ryan Robinson

• Krystle Wright

• Jerry Miszewski

• John Doe

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What is required to set up slacklines properly?

• Human strength

• A pulley system

• A ladder

• A crane

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What does slacklining combine?

• Physical strength and mental focus

• Speed and agility

• Flexibility and endurance

• Coordination and rhythm

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Where can slacklining be performed?

• Only in parks

• Only in gyms

• Anywhere and everywhere

• Only in backyards

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Which topics are covered in this article?

(Choose all that apply)

• How slacklining began

• The difference between a tightrope and a slackline

• Different types of slacklining

• Famous tightrope walkers

• The best national parks for slacklining

Slacklining Article:

Match the following terms from the slacklining article to their definition.

• state of being stretched or strained

• UNYIELDING

• tightly woven material to support

• ROTATE

• not flexible or soft

• TENDENCY

• makes something likely to happen

• TENSION

• to move or turn in a circle

• WEBBING

Slacklining Article:

Match the following terms from the slacklining article to their definition.

• placed in position for proper use

• RIGGED

• always active and changing

• ELASTICITY

• able to be stretched

• NOVICE

• a beginner

• ANCHOR

• to connect something to a solid base

• DYNAMIC