What does the author suggest about skateboarding becoming an Olympic sport?

It helped make skateboarding more accepted and respected

What was the original purpose of skateboarding when it began in the 1950s?

To give surfers something to do when the waves were flat

What is the meaning of “subculture” as used in the article?

A group with its own style and beliefs that differs from the mainstream

What role did brands like Vans and Powell-Peralta play in skateboarding culture?

They helped spread the image and style of skateboarding.

Which would be the most appropriate title for this article?

Skateboarding: From Sidewalks to the Spotlight

How did people view skateboarding in the 1980s and 1990s?

As a rebellious and sometimes disruptive subculture

Why might skateboarding appeal to people as a form of personal expression?

It blends art, fashion, movement, and creativity.

Why were skateboarding restrictions common in many cities?

Because it was considered dangerous and disruptive in public spaces

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1
What does the author suggest about skateboarding becoming an Olympic sport?
It made skating illegal in more places
It helped make skateboarding more accepted and respected
It caused the sport to lose popularity
It had no impact on public opinion
2
What was the original purpose of skateboarding when it began in the 1950s?
To give surfers something to do when the waves were flat
To sell roller skates
To replace surfing as a professional sport
To win Olympic medals
3
What does the tone of the article suggest about the author’s view of skateboarding?
Disappointed and critical
Admiring and informative
Bored and dismissive
Confused and skeptical
4
What is the meaning of “subculture” as used in the article?
A small business
A sports team
A school subject
A group with its own style and beliefs that differs from the mainstream
5
What role did brands like Vans and Powell-Peralta play in skateboarding culture?
They created skateboarding rules.
They helped spread the image and style of skateboarding.
They banned skateboarders from stores.
They stopped making skateboard equipment.
6
Which would be the most appropriate title for this article?
No Skating Allowed
Skateboarding: From Sidewalks to the Spotlight
Why Roller Skates Are Better Than Boards
California’s Surf Scene
7
How did people view skateboarding in the 1980s and 1990s?
As a respected competitive sport
As a peaceful family activity
As a rebellious and sometimes disruptive subculture
As a traditional form of transportation
8
Why might skateboarding appeal to people as a form of personal expression?
It requires no physical activity.
It blends art, fashion, movement, and creativity.
It is strictly rule-based and organized.
It discourages individuality.
9
Why were skateboarding restrictions common in many cities?
Because it was considered dangerous and disruptive in public spaces
Because skaters didn’t want to compete professionally
Because the sport was too popular
Because there were too many skateparks

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