Explore Cross-Country Skiing

Explore Cross-Country Skiing

Take this quiz and explore the fascinating world of Cross-Country skiing! Challenge yourself and your friends to see who can ace it!

published on April 15, 2023
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In which season is cross-country skiing mainly done?

In which season is cross-country skiing mainly done?
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter
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What is enforced in Cross-Country skiing?

What is enforced in Cross-Country skiing?
No interruptions
No noise
Full body fabrics
Fairness
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In what countries is cross-country skiing popular?

In what countries is cross-country skiing popular?
Hint: 2 choices
Finland and Latvia
France and Italy
Denmark and Norway
Singapore and Thailand
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What type of footwear is used when skiing?

Snow boots
Hiking boots
Dress shoes
Ski boots
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What is the primary muscle group used when skiing?

What is the primary muscle group used when skiing?
Hint: 2 choices
Arms
Legs
Upper body
Core
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What type of ski gear is important for cross-country skiing?

Hint: 2 choices
Poles
Gloves
Helmet
Goggles
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What type of equipment is used for cross-country skiing?

Skates
Snowshoes
Skis
Bicycle
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Which of the following is NOT a type of cross-country skiing?

Which of the following is NOT a type of cross-country skiing?
Telemark
Nordic Combination
Cross-county Racing
Downhill Skiing
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What kind of climate is best for cross-country skiing?

What kind of climate is best for cross-country skiing?
Subtropical
Temperate
Arid
Boreal
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Which of the following is a skill used in cross-country skiing?

Which of the following is a skill used in cross-country skiing?
Hint: 2 choices
Jump Turning
Track Standing
Grinding
Dancing
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What is the name of the founder of modern cross-country skiing?

What is the name of the founder of modern cross-country skiing?
Kristofferson Klimanov
Ole Kristian Furuseth
Sondre Norheim
Thorleif Haug
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Which country has won the most Olympic medals in cross-country skiing?

Which country has won the most Olympic medals in cross-country skiing?
Hint: 2 choices
Finanda
Germany
Sweden
Norway
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What is the main purpose of waxing skis?

What is the main purpose of waxing skis?
For decoration
For securing bindings
For adhesion
For lubrication
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What is a common technique used when skiing up a hill?

What is a common technique used when skiing up a hill?
Hint: 2 choices
Alternate stepping
Counting steps
Walk crouched over
Pushing off with poles
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What event is part of the FIS Cross-Country World Cup?

What event is part of the FIS Cross-Country World Cup?
Biathlon
Free style
Ski Jump
Sprint
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Which of the following is NOT part of the Cross-Country Skiing Equipment?

Ski poles
Ski boots
Gloves
Sled
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What is the average length of a cross-country ski?

What is the average length of a cross-country ski?
55 cm
95 cm
125 cm
145 cm
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What type of technique is used when skiing downhill?

What type of technique is used when skiing downhill?
Hint: 2 choices
Stem Christie
Snow Jumping
Cross-stepping
Parallel Turn
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What is the name of the longest cross-country trek?

What is the name of the longest cross-country trek?
Fjord Trek
King's Trail
Gateway Trail
Valley Trek
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Cross-Country skiing originated in which country?

Cross-Country skiing originated in which country?
Finland
Italy
Norway
China