Curling: History and Techniques

Curling: History and Techniques

Assessment

Interactive Video

Physics

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

FREE Resource

The video introduces curling, a sport with origins in 16th century Scotland, now part of the Olympics. It covers the basics of the game, including the use of 42-pound granite stones and the importance of ice pebbles for reducing friction. The science behind curling is explained, focusing on the physics of stone movement and momentum transfer. Techniques such as alignment, balance, and curl are discussed, along with the unique role of sweeping to influence stone trajectory. The video also highlights curling's history in the Olympics and concludes with a call for viewer engagement.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did the sport of curling originate?

Scotland

Canada

Norway

Sweden

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the weight of a standard curling stone?

30 lbs

42 lbs

60 lbs

50 lbs

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of 'pebbling' the ice in curling?

To increase the ice temperature

To create hills and valleys for better sliding

To create friction

To make the ice smoother

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the 'A' in the ABCs of curling stand for?

Angle

Aim

Alignment

Accuracy

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main goal when delivering a curling stone?

To spin it as much as possible

To place it accurately on a target

To reach the other end of the ice

To hit the opponent's stone

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main material used to make curling stones?

Marble

Granite

Limestone

Basalt

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are curling stones hydrophobic?

To absorb water

To repel water

To increase weight

To decrease friction

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