What Do You Think You Know About Snowboarding

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    Poppen licensed the idea to a manufacturer named?

    • Lyle Corporation
    • Skateboard Corporation
    • Brunswick Corporation
    • Mils Corporation
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Snowboarding is an activity that is similar to skateboarding. It's just that snow is the ground here as opposed to the cement, poles, and other materials that can be skated on—in regards to skateboarding.

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  • 2. 
    Snowboarding was developed in the United State in the? - ProProfs

    Snowboarding was developed in the United State in the?

    • 1990s

    • 1980s

    • 1970s

    • 1960s

    Correct Answer
    A. 1960s
    Explanation
    Snowboarding was developed in the 1960s. During this time, a man named Sherman Poppen created the first snowboard by attaching two skis together. This invention led to the development of modern snowboarding as a sport. In the following years, snowboarding gained popularity and evolved with the introduction of new techniques and equipment. Therefore, the correct answer is 1960s.

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  • 3. 
    The pioneers were not all from the United State, Jon Roberts and Pete Mathews developed theirs in the year? - ProProfs

    The pioneers were not all from the United State, Jon Roberts and Pete Mathews developed theirs in the year?

    • 1976

    • 1978

    • 1980

    • 1970

    Correct Answer
    A. 1976
    Explanation
    Jon Roberts and Pete Mathews developed theirs in the year 1976.

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  • 4. 
    The development of snowboarding was inspired by? - ProProfs

    The development of snowboarding was inspired by?

    • Skateboarding

    • Sledding

    • Surfing and Skiing

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    The development of snowboarding was inspired by skateboarding, sledding, surfing, and skiing. Skateboarding provided the idea of using a board for balance and control, while sledding contributed to the concept of sliding down slopes. Surfing influenced the carving techniques used in snowboarding, and skiing played a role in the overall design and equipment used. Therefore, all of these activities played a part in inspiring the development of snowboarding.

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  • 5. 
    It became a Winter Olympic Sport at Nagano in the year? - ProProfs

    It became a Winter Olympic Sport at Nagano in the year?

    • 1996

    • 2000

    • 2002

    • 1998

    Correct Answer
    A. 1998
  • 6. 
    Snowboarding first featured in the Winter Paralympics at Sochi in the year? - ProProfs

    Snowboarding first featured in the Winter Paralympics at Sochi in the year?

    • 2000

    • 1998

    • 2012

    • 2014

    Correct Answer
    A. 2014
    Explanation
    Snowboarding was first included as a sport in the Winter Paralympics in the year 2014 at Sochi.

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  • 7. 
    Modern snowboarding began in Muskegon, Michigan in the year? - ProProfs

    Modern snowboarding began in Muskegon, Michigan in the year?

    • 1963

    • 1964

    • 1965

    • 1966

    Correct Answer
    A. 1965
    Explanation
    Modern snowboarding began in Muskegon, Michigan in 1965. This date marks the establishment of the first commercial snowboard area, known as "The Snurfer." The Snurfer was a precursor to the modern snowboard and was created by Sherman Poppen as a toy for his daughters. The Snurfer gained popularity, leading to the development of more advanced snowboards and the growth of the sport.

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  • 8. 
    One of those early pioneers of snowboarding was? - ProProfs

    One of those early pioneers of snowboarding was?

    • Alan Tom

    • Thompson Philly

    • Jonathan Singleton

    • Tom Sims

    Correct Answer
    A. Tom Sims
    Explanation
    Tom Sims is considered one of the early pioneers of snowboarding. He was instrumental in the development and popularization of the sport in the 1970s. Sims was not only a talented snowboarder, but he also played a crucial role in designing and manufacturing snowboards. His innovative designs revolutionized the sport and helped establish snowboarding as a legitimate winter activity. Sims' contributions to snowboarding make him a significant figure in its history, which is why he is the correct answer to the question.

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  • 9. 
    Its popularity in the United State peaked in the year? - ProProfs

    Its popularity in the United State peaked in the year?

    • 2007

    • 2010

    • 2006

    • 2008

    Correct Answer
    A. 2007
    Explanation
    The question asks about the year in which the popularity of something peaked in the United States. The correct answer is 2007.

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  • 10. 
    Poppen organized the first surfing competition at a Michigan ski resort in the year? - ProProfs

    Poppen organized the first surfing competition at a Michigan ski resort in the year?

    • 1978

    • 1968

    • 1966

    • 1970

    Correct Answer
    A. 1968
    Explanation
    Poppen organized the first surfing competition at a Michigan ski resort in 1968.

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