Quiz on South Korea's Haenyeo Free Divers

What is the primary activity of the Haenyeo women on Jeju Island?

• Fishing with nets

• Building boats

• Collecting sea urchin and abalone

• Surfing

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How deep do the Haenyeo divers typically dive?

• 100 feet

• 60 feet

• 30 feet

• 10 feet

What unique trait do the Haenyeo women have according to the study?

• Unique DNA for lower blood pressure

• Ability to breathe underwater

• Gills

• Webbed feet

What is the average age of the current Haenyeo divers?

• 30 years

• 50 years

• 70 years

• 90 years

What is one reason the Haenyeo tradition might be dying out?

• Lack of interest from young women

• Government restrictions

• Pollution

• Overfishing

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What did the researchers use to simulate diving conditions for non-divers?

• Swimming pool

• Cold water and breath holding

• Virtual reality

• Scuba gear

What is a potential medical application of the Haenyeo's genetic traits?

• Antibiotic resistance

• Treatment for blood pressure disorders

• Cure for cancer

• Vaccine development

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What is the significance of the Jeju language in relation to the Haenyeo?

• It is used to communicate quickly while diving

• It is a secret language

• It has no vowels

• It is a written language only

What did the study find about the heart rates of Haenyeo divers?

• They have a faster heart rate than non-divers

• Their heart rate increases significantly

• Their heart rate remains constant

• They have a slower heart rate than non-divers

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What is one theory about why diving became a women-only activity on Jeju Island?

• Tax on male divers

• Religious beliefs

• Cultural preference

• Better diving skills