Canoeing Basics
A Grade 6 physical education worksheet covering basic canoeing safety, equipment, and paddling techniques.
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. This worksheet covers basic knowledge about canoeing.
1. What is the most important piece of safety equipment to wear while canoeing?
A hat
A life jacket (PFD)
Sunglasses
Waterproof gloves
2. What is the front of a canoe called?
Stern
Bow
Port
Starboard
3. A canoe paddle has a shaft and a .
4. When paddling, the person in the back of the canoe is usually responsible for .
5. It is safe to stand up in a canoe while on the water.
True
False
6. You should always check the weather conditions before going canoeing.
True
False
7. List two common hazards you might encounter while canoeing and how to avoid them.
8. Label the following parts of a canoe based on the image provided: bow, stern, and gunwale (the top edge of the canoe).