1. Directions

You will read passages on the topic and then answer questions about them. You may find vocabulary at the end of the test. Read the questions carefully before choosing the correct answers.

2. Questions of the test

Question 1. What is skeleton sledding?
A) A winter sport where athletes ride a sled headfirst down an icy course
B) A summer sport where athletes ride a skateboard on a half-pipe
C) A winter sport where athletes slide down a mountain on skis
D) A winter sport where athletes slide down a mountain on a sled while standing up

Question 2. Where did the sport of skeleton sledding originate?
A) St. Moritz, Switzerland
B) Canada
C) The United States
D) Germany

Question 3. How is the skeleton sled controlled?
A) By a steering mechanism
B) By brakes
C) By dragging a foot on the ice and shifting weight
D) By using the handles on the sled

Question 4. How many runs does each athlete make in international competition?
A) One
B) Two
C) Three
D) Four

Question 5. When was skeleton sledding included in the Olympic Winter Games?
A) In 2002
B) In 1948 and 2002
C) In 1928 and 2002
D) In 1884