Q 01/05

In which country was ski jumping first contested, in the 19th century?

A) Norway

B) Austria

C) Switzerland

D) Finland

Answer · why

A) Norway

The recorded origins go back to 1808, when Olaf Rye reached 9.5 metres.

Q 02/05

Ski jumping and which other discipline make up the traditional group of Nordic skiing?

A) Giant slalom

B) Cross-country

C) Biathlon

D) Freestyle

Answer · why

B) Cross-country

The two are combined in a single event, the Nordic combined, which still has no women's competition.

Q 03/05

The line drawn in the landing area that serves as the target for jumpers is known as what?

A) The gate line

B) The table mark

C) The K-point

D) The out-run line

Answer · why

C) The K-point

It is short for construction point; on a large hill it sits at 120 metres and is worth 60 points.

Q 04/05

What is the maximum style score a single judge can award for one jump?

A) Ten

B) Fifteen

C) Thirty

D) Twenty

Answer · why

D) Twenty

Five judges score each jump; the highest and lowest marks are dropped and the middle three added to the distance points.

Q 05/05

How many judges evaluate style at a ski jumping competition?

A) Five

B) Three

C) Seven

D) Nine

Answer · why

A) Five

They sit in a tower beside the expected landing point and look for steady skis, balance, body position and the landing.