30 Questions
What is the role of a coxswain in rowing?
Steers the racing shell and is in charge of the ship's boat and its crew
In which century did rowing begin in England?
17th century
When did women make their debut in rowing at the Olympic Games?
Montreal 1976
What type of rowing race involves the use of two oars, one in each hand?
Sculling
Which edition of the Olympic Games did the lightweight events begin in rowing?
Atlanta 1996
At which edition of the Olympic Games was rowing not staged?
1896 in Athens
How many person crews have a coxswain?
Eight
What is the most common race distance in rowing?
2000m
What is the penalty for boats that do not meet the weight requirement before races?
Disqualification
How many false starts are boats allowed before being disqualified?
Two
What is the purpose of using a Coastal Boat in rowing?
To withstand coastal conditions
What is the first step in the 'Rowing for Beginners' program?
Start on the Ergs
What is a recommended safety consideration for rowing according to Row Safe USA?
Wearing a PFD
Which of the following is a common rowing injury?
Wrist Tendonitis
What does the Regina Rowing Club offer?
Year-round competitive and recreational programming
In which year did women make their debut in rowing at the Olympic Games?
1976
Which of the following civilizations were among the earliest to adopt rowing as a mode of transportation?
Egypt, Greece, Rome
In which year did the lightweight competitions debut at the Summer Olympics?
1996
What is the distance of the races in the World Rowing Coastal Championships?
4-to 6-kilometer
In which year was the first race documented to have taken place?
1274
Which country won a second medal as the women's eight won gold in the Tokyo 2020 Olympic rowing regatta?
Canada
During which edition of the Olympic Games was rowing not staged?
1896
What is the primary difference between sweep rowing and sculling?
The number of oars used
What is the standard distance for rowing competitions?
2,000 meters
What is the role of a coxswain in rowing?
Leads the crew and maneuvers the boat
What is the penalty for boats that do not meet the weight requirement before races?
There is a penalty
What is the purpose of using a small rudder fastened to a rower's foot by a cable?
To direct the boat
What are the common rowing injuries mentioned in the text?
Lower back, upper back, knees, and wrist tendonitis
What is recommended regarding safety in rowing?
Learn to swim before rowing
What does the Regina Rowing Club offer?
Learn to row programs for all ages
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