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What was the main purpose of the expedition led by Edward Malone?
What was the main purpose of the expedition led by Edward Malone?
- To document the flora and fauna of a new region
- To explore a new world and its unknowns (correct)
- To establish a settlement in uncharted territory
- To search for precious minerals and resources
What was the significance of the Assai palm during the expedition?
What was the significance of the Assai palm during the expedition?
- It was a source of food for the explorers
- It served as a natural landmark for navigation (correct)
- It indicated the presence of dangerous wildlife
- It was a botanical specimen to study
How did the explorers describe the stream they encountered?
How did the explorers describe the stream they encountered?
- Fast-flowing and turbulent
- Shallow and bordered by lush vegetation (correct)
- Narrow and difficult to navigate
- Wide and surrounded by dry land
What effect did the vegetation have above the stream?
What effect did the vegetation have above the stream?
Which animal did the explorers observe while traveling along the river?
Which animal did the explorers observe while traveling along the river?
What is the primary difference between canoeing and kayaking?
What is the primary difference between canoeing and kayaking?
Who is credited with introducing canoeing as a sport?
Who is credited with introducing canoeing as a sport?
What was the name of the first canoeing competition?
What was the name of the first canoeing competition?
In the early days of canoeing, how did riders position themselves in the canoe?
In the early days of canoeing, how did riders position themselves in the canoe?
Which of the following statements is NOT true about canoeing?
Which of the following statements is NOT true about canoeing?
Flashcards
Canoeing
Canoeing
A paddle sport where riders use a single-bladed paddle in a canoe.
Canoe vs Kayak
Canoe vs Kayak
Canoeing refers to riding a canoe with a single-blade paddle; kayaking uses a double-bladed paddle.
Rider Position
Rider Position
In canoeing, the rider either kneels or sits facing forward.
History of Canoeing
History of Canoeing
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Paddling Challenge Club
Paddling Challenge Club
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Purpose of the Expedition
Purpose of the Expedition
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Assai Palm
Assai Palm
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Placid
Placid
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Canoes
Canoes
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Cayman
Cayman
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