Rock Climbing Master Quiz

Test your knowledge about rock climbing with this challenging quiz consisting of 11 questions!

published on April 10
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What is the main piece of equipment used in rock climbing?

What is the main piece of equipment used in rock climbing?
Harness
Helmet
Chalk bag
Climbing shoes
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What does the term 'belay' mean in rock climbing?

What does the term 'belay' mean in rock climbing?
To tie ropes together
To secure a climber's safety rope
To rest at a safe spot
To climb without ropes
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What is the name for a move where a climber jumps from one hold to another?

What is the name for a move where a climber jumps from one hold to another?
Jumpstart
Dyno
Leap of Faith
Air Grab
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What is the maximum grade for easy rock climbing routes?

5.5
5.11
V3
7a
5/11

Which type of climbing involves scaling vertical ice formations?

Bouldering
Ice Climbing
Sport Climbing
Traditional Climbing
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What is the term for climbing without any protective equipment or ropes?

What is the term for climbing without any protective equipment or ropes?
Free Climb
Solo Climbing
Bouldering
Speed Climbing
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Which famous rock climbing destination is located in California's Yosemite National Park?

Smith Rock
El Capitan
Red River Gorge
Squamish
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What does the acronym 'UIAA' stand for in the climbing world?

United International Adventure Association
Union Internationale des Associations d'Alpinisme
Ultimate Ice and Alpinism Association
Universal Indoor Adventure Association
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Which famous rock climber is known for his impressive solo ascents without ropes?

Which famous rock climber is known for his impressive solo ascents without ropes?
Tommy Caldwell
Alex Honnold
Lynn Hill
Chris Sharma
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What is the term for the process of creating hand and footholds on a rock face for climbing?

Route Setting
Rock Carving
Wall Building
Hold Designing
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Which climbing technique involves utilizing the friction between the climbing shoe rubber and the rock?

Which climbing technique involves utilizing the friction between the climbing shoe rubber and the rock?
Edging
Smearing
Campusing
Flagging