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  • 2. 

    Windsurfing is the 7th olympic sailing sport.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Windsurfing being the 7th Olympic sailing sport means that it is one of the seven sailing disciplines included in the Olympic Games. This suggests that windsurfing is recognized as an official sport within the sailing category and has been included in the Olympic program.

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    The World Funboard Cup is a major windsurfing compitietion.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The given statement states that the World Funboard Cup is a major windsurfing competition. The answer "True" indicates that the statement is correct. This means that the World Funboard Cup is indeed a significant event in the sport of windsurfing.

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  • 4. 

    Which area is a common tournement area

    • San Fran Sisco

    • Cuba

    • Lake Garda

    Correct Answer
    A. Lake Garda
    Explanation
    Lake Garda is a common tournament area because it is a popular destination for various sports competitions and events. The lake's large size and beautiful surroundings make it an ideal location for hosting tournaments in activities such as sailing, windsurfing, and fishing. Additionally, the region surrounding Lake Garda offers excellent facilities and infrastructure to accommodate participants and spectators, making it a preferred choice for organizers.

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    Which means the front of the board or nose?

    • Stern

    • Daggerboard

    • Skeg

    • Mast

    • Bow

    • Sail

    Correct Answer
    A. Bow
    Explanation
    The term "bow" refers to the front of a boat or board. It is the opposite of the term "stern," which refers to the back or rear of the boat. In this context, the question is asking for the meaning of the term "bow," and the correct answer is "bow."

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  • 6. 
    What are skegs? - ProProfs

    What are skegs?

    • The back fins

    • The front fins

    • The fins

    • Toothbrushes

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. The back fins
    Explanation
    Skegs are the back fins of a watercraft. They are typically found on the underside of a boat or surfboard, towards the rear. Skegs help to stabilize and steer the watercraft by providing directional control and reducing side-to-side movement. They are designed to improve maneuverability and prevent the vessel from sliding or veering off course.

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  • 7. 

    Wich wind force means: near gale, large breaking waves with foamy crests?

    • Force 6

    • Force 2

    • Force 7

    • Force 9

    Correct Answer
    A. Force 7
    Explanation
    Force 7 on the Beaufort scale indicates a near gale wind, with wind speeds ranging from 28 to 33 knots (32 to 38 mph or 51 to 61 km/h). This wind force is characterized by large breaking waves with foamy crests. It is a strong wind that can cause difficulty in walking against the wind and can also result in some structural damage to buildings and trees.

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  • 8. 

    The Euro Funboard Cup is a _______ windsurfing compietition.

    Correct Answer
    The Euro Cup is a major windsurfing compietition
    major
    Explanation
    there are two major ones.

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    Which of the following wind forces include gales?

    • Force 7

    • Force 8

    • Force 9

    • Force 10

    • Force 11

    • Force 12

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Force 8
    A. Force 9
    Explanation
    Gales are strong winds that typically have speeds between 39 and 54 miles per hour. According to the Beaufort scale, force 8 corresponds to a gale with wind speeds between 34 and 40 knots (39-46 mph), while force 9 corresponds to a strong gale with wind speeds between 41 and 47 knots (47-54 mph). Therefore, both force 8 and force 9 include gales.

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  • 10. 

    Which are NOT common windsurfing boards

    • Wave crest heavy

    • Smurf

    • The flatboard

    • Schwitzer

    • Baja board

    • Pan am strong wind board

    • The open class roundboard

    • The strong wind funboard

    • Sinker

    • Decmo

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Wave crest heavy
    A. Smurf
    A. Schwitzer
    A. Baja board
    A. Decmo

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