CLEAN : US: River surfing takes off in landlocked Montana town

CLEAN : US: River surfing takes off in landlocked Montana town

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9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the rise of river surfing, highlighting its growth from a small group to a global culture. It compares river surfing to kayaking, emphasizing its accessibility and spectator-friendly nature. The unique experience of river surfing, akin to surfing on a treadmill, is explored, along with its increasing popularity in places like Missoula, Montana. The video also touches on the community and cultural aspects of river surfing, noting its appeal to newcomers and the development of skilled surfers in landlocked areas.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the increase in the number of participants in the group mentioned by the speaker?

From 12 to 20

From 5 to 15

From 8 to 23

From 10 to 30

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is river surfing considered more accessible than whitewater kayaking?

It requires more equipment

It is less spectator-friendly

It needs less equipment and is spectator-friendly

It is more dangerous

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the speaker describe the feeling of river surfing compared to ocean surfing?

Like swimming in a pool

Like running on a track

Like surfing on a treadmill

Like flying in the air

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one reason the speaker gives for the growth of river surfing culture?

The decline of other water sports

The construction of waves worldwide

The increase in ocean waves

The decrease in river water levels

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has contributed to the increase in interest in river surfing in Montana?

The COVID pandemic

The construction of new pools

The decline of ocean surfing

The introduction of new equipment

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did the speaker learn river surfing?

In landlocked Montana

In Florida

In New York

In California

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker say about the community of river surfers in Montana?

It is declining

It spawns a lot of good people

It is exclusive

It is very competitive