Complete the following theory assessment sheet, print it off and bring along to the pool sessions once required. If you are struggling with any of the answers then ask the coaches or use the club books.
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1. List three different materials used to build kayaks

2. For the above materials give an example of the craft + the pros and cons.
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3. What parts of the body should be in contact with a kayak when paddling?

   a)	b)
   c)	d)
   e)	f)

4. What are the differences between k1 and C1 kayaks?
   

5. What shape is this paddle blade?

6. Name one of the British Olympic medal winners in kayaking at Athens 2004?
   

7. What equipment would a group take on a river trip?

   a)	b)
   c)	d)
   e)	f)

8. What are the symptoms of hyperthermia?
   

9. What would you store equipment in to keep it dry while paddling?

10. What are the advantages and disadvantages between paddling a play boat and a creek boat on a grade 4 river?

    	Advantages	Disadvantages
    Creek Boat
    Play boat