The History of Skateboarding

Based on the image included in the text, which beach sport can you infer influenced the creation of skateboarding?

• biking

• surfing

• swimming

• volleyball

What is paragraph 2 mainly about?

• why skateboarders get sponsors

• who made skateboarding popular

• the Tokyo Olympics

• the origin of skateboarding

What is the main theme of the passage about the history of skateboarding?

• The evolution of skateboarding as a sport

• The materials used in skateboard construction

• Famous skateboarders

• The dangers of skateboarding

Which word best describes the tone of the passage on skateboarding history?

• Nostalgic

• Humorous

• Critical

• Indifferent

In the context of the passage, what does the word 'pioneer' most likely mean?

• A person who is among the first to explore or settle a new area

• A type of skateboard trick

• A brand of skateboards

• A beginner skateboarder

What is the author's purpose in writing about the history of skateboarding?

• To inform readers about the development of skateboarding

• To persuade readers to start skateboarding

• To entertain readers with skateboarding stories

• To criticize modern skateboarding culture

Which sentence from the passage best supports the idea that skateboarding has become a global phenomenon?

• Skateboarding was invented in the 1950s.

• Skateboarding is now included in the Olympics.

• Many people skateboard in California.

• Skateboards are made of wood and metal.

What can be inferred about the early days of skateboarding from the passage?

• It was a popular sport worldwide.

• It was primarily a pastime for surfers.

• It was heavily regulated by authorities.

• It was invented in the 1980s.

Which of the following best describes the structure of the passage?

• Chronological order

• Cause and effect

• Problem and solution

• Compare and contrast

What does the passage suggest about the future of skateboarding?

• It will decline in popularity.

• It will continue to evolve and grow.

• It will remain unchanged.

• It will become less accessible.