High Dive and Extreme Heights
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What is the current world high dive record?

  • 150 feet
  • 100 feet
  • 172 feet (correct)
  • 200 feet

    • In what year did Luke Aikins jump from a plane without a parachute?

  • 2018
  • 2005
  • 2016 (correct)
  • 2010

    • What was the speed reached by Luke Aikins during his parachute-free jump?

  • 100 miles per hour
  • 150 miles per hour
  • 120 miles per hour (correct)
  • 90 miles per hour

    • Who is Uncle Sam based on according to a popular legend?

    <p>Samuel Wilson</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'Uncle Sam' symbolize for the United States?

    <p>A patriot, hard worker, and believer in freedom</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During the 1983 high dive contest in San Diego, how many Americans hold the current world high dive record?

    <p>Five Americans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum requirement for a successful high dive?

    <p>One flip and exiting the pool unaided</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the speed reached by Luke Aikins during his parachute-free jump from a plane?

    <p>120 miles per hour</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the nickname for the United States, symbolizing the country's government?

    <p>Uncle Sam</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Samuel Wilson stamp his products with during the War of 1812?

    <p>&quot;U.S.&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

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