What Do You Think You Know About Snowboarding

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1/10 Questions

Poppen licensed the idea to a manufacturer named?
- Lyle Corporation
- Skateboard Corporation
- Brunswick Corporation
- Mils Corporation

About This Quiz

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?
- 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?
- 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?
- 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?
- 1996
- 2000
- 2002
- 1998
Correct Answer

A. 1998
6.

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?
- 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?
- 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?
- 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?
- 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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