Speed Skydiving and Falcon Diving

Speed Skydiving and Falcon Diving

Assessment

Interactive Video

Physics, Science

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Ethan Morris

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The video explores the dynamics of skydiving, focusing on terminal velocity and the sport of speed skydiving. It highlights the challenges of surpassing terminal velocity, drawing comparisons with the peregrine falcon's speed. The narrative follows competitors like Mark Calland and Marco Vida, detailing their techniques and equipment used in the world speed skydiving championship. The video concludes with Mark's innovative approach, using special suits to gain an edge in the competition.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the term used to describe the constant speed reached by a skydiver when air resistance equals gravitational force?

Final velocity

Maximum velocity

Terminal velocity

Initial velocity

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In speed skydiving, what is the main goal for participants?

To perform acrobatic stunts

To reach the ground safely

To exceed terminal velocity

To jump from the highest altitude

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which animal is known for reaching the highest speeds during a dive?

Hawk

Golden Eagle

Peregrine Falcon

Bald Eagle

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who conducted an experiment to measure the speed of a peregrine falcon during a dive?

John Doe

Ken Franklin

Marco Vida

Mark Calland

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the nationality of Marco Vida, a competitor in the world speed skydiving championship?

British

Canadian

Liechtenstein

American

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What technique do speed skydivers use to reduce air resistance?

Spreading arms wide

Wearing heavy clothing

Going headfirst

Using a parachute

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What special equipment does Mark Calland use to improve his speed and control?

Weighted vest

Parachute

Jetpack

Inflatable trousers

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