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What material is the wing (canopy) of a paraglider typically made of?

Nylon (correct)

Plastic

Wood

Metal

Where are paragliding schools mainly based?

On the coast near spectacular cliffs

Inland by appropriate hills or mountains (correct)

In urban areas

Near deep-sea diving spots

How long does it take to get a basic licence for paragliding?

30 days

1 year

90 days

7 days (correct)

What type of flying is paragliding considered to be?

The slowest form of aviation Signup and view all the answers

What do pilots typically wear for paragliding?

Helmet and warm clothes Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum age requirement to paraglide?

14 Signup and view all the answers

What are the key physical requirements for potential paraglider pilots?

Good balance and good eyesight Signup and view all the answers

What is a common experience for beginners learning to paraglide?

Experiencing pain in unfamiliar muscles due to the walk up the training hill Signup and view all the answers

What is the main subject of aesthetics?

Beauty Signup and view all the answers

What difficulty in understanding beauty is mentioned in the text?

It has both objective and subjective aspects Signup and view all the answers

How is beauty contrasted in the text?

With ugliness as its negative counterpart Signup and view all the answers

What term is used to describe the ability of the subject to perceive and judge beauty?

Sense of taste Signup and view all the answers

How do classical conceptions define beauty in the text?

In terms of the relation between the beautiful object as a whole and its parts Signup and view all the answers

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Paragliding

The wing (canopy) of a paraglider is typically made of lightweight and durable materials.
Paragliding schools are mainly based in mountainous regions with gentle slopes and consistent wind patterns.
It takes around 1-2 weeks to get a basic license for paragliding.
Paragliding is considered to be a form of free flying.
Pilots typically wear a helmet, gloves, and a harness for paragliding.
The minimum age requirement to paraglide is 16 years old.
Key physical requirements for potential paraglider pilots include good physical fitness, strong legs, and ankles.

Aesthetics

The main subject of aesthetics is the study of beauty and taste.
A difficulty in understanding beauty is the subjective nature of the concept.
Beauty is contrasted in the text as being both objective and subjective.
The term "aesthetic sense" is used to describe the ability of the subject to perceive and judge beauty.
Classical conceptions define beauty in the text as a combination of proportion, harmony, and unity.

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Learn about paragliding and how it differs from traditional flying. Discover the safety aspects and compare it to other recreational activities like sailing and deep-sea diving.