Organizer : Feel Safe Education and Sports Foundation

The Feel Safe Education and Sports Foundation is thrilled to announce the commencement of our Water Safety Quiz! Our primary objective is to raise awareness about water safety norms and prevent drowning incidents. By participating in this quiz, you’ll not only enhance your knowledge of water safety but also contribute to making our communities safer.

About the Quiz

• Free Participation
• E-Certificate: Participants who score a minimum of 70% will receive a E-Certificate of Completion, recognizing their commitment to water safety. 
• Anyone Can Apply Here
• Certification within 7days

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1. What should you always wear when swimming in open water ?
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A) A life jacket

B) Sunglasses
C) Water shoes
D) Sunscreen

2. How far should you stay away from lightning when swimming outdoors ?
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A) 50 feet
B) 100 feet

C) 20 feet
D) 500 feet
Correct answer
D) 500 feet

3. What is the “buddy system” in water safety ?

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A) Swimming with a buddy to share snacks
B) Swimming with a friend to gossip about others
C) Swimming with a partner and keeping an eye on each other

D) Swimming in pairs to race against each other

4. Which of the following is a primary cause of recreational boating accidents ?
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A) Excessive speed
B) Lack of life jackets

C) Poor weather conditions
D) All of the above
Correct answer
D) All of the above

5. Which of the following is NOT a recommended rule for water play in the backyard ?

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A) Using a small inflatable pool without adult supervision

B) Emptying the pool and storing it after use
C) Ensuring the pool has a fence around it
D) Covering the pool when not in use

6. What should you do before entering a swimming pool ?

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A) Run around the pool to warm up

B) Check the water temperature
C) Dive in headfirst to make a splash
D) Bring food and drinks into the pool area
Correct answer
B) Check the water temperature

7. It’s safe to swim alone in a pool, even if you’re a strong swimmer
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True

False

8. How long should you wait after eating before swimming ?

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A) 15 minutes
B) 30 minutes

C) 1 hour
D) 20 minutes
Correct answer
C) 1 hour

9. What is the safest way to enter a pool from the poolside ?
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A) Running and diving

B) Jumping from a high point
C) Sliding in headfirst
D) Walking down the steps or using a ladder
Correct answer
D) Walking down the steps or using a ladder

10. What should you do if there is a thunderstorm while you’re swimming in the pool ?
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A) Stay in the water and continue swimming
B) Get out of the water and seek shelter immediately

C) Sit on the edge of the pool until the storm passes
D) Swim faster to avoid the lightning

11. What should you do if you see someone diving into the pool headfirst without checking the water depth ?
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A) Cheer them on for being brave
B) Immediately inform the lifeguard or pool staff
C) Attempt the same dive yourself

D) Ignore it; it’s their responsibility
Correct answer
B) Immediately inform the lifeguard or pool staff

12. The most common location for infant drownings is in the bathtub.
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True

False

13 Drowning takes 15-20 minutes to happen.
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True

False
Correct answer
False

14. Taking swimming lessons will help you to stay safer in water.
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Yes

No

15. What is the first thing you should do before going down a water slide ?
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A) Check that the slide is clear and wait for the lifeguard’s signal

B) Stand at the top and look down to see where you’ll land
C) Ask your friend to go first to check if it’s safe
D) Slide down without hesitation

16. What does “PFD” stand for in the context of boating safety ?
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A) Personal Fishing Device
B) Public Floatation Device
C) Personal Flotation Device
D) Protective Floating Device

17. Why is it important to avoid swimming in unfamiliar areas ?
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A) Unfamiliar areas may not have lifeguards

B) Unfamiliar areas may have hidden hazards or dangerous currents
C) It’s more fun to swim in familiar places
D) Swimming in unfamiliar areas is illegal
Correct answer
B) Unfamiliar areas may have hidden hazards or dangerous currents

18. Which of the following is a sign of hypothermia in cold water ?
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A) Shivering
B) Feeling warm
C) Hyperactivity

D) Sunburn
Correct answer
A) Shivering

19. What is the most common cause of swimming pool accidents ?
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A) Slippery pool decks

B) Lack of proper supervision
C) Faulty pool equipment
D) Diving in shallow water
Correct answer
B) Lack of proper supervision

20. Which of the following is the most common type of injury reported in swimming pools ?
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A) Concussions
B) Sunburns

C) Drowning
D) Cuts and abrasions
Correct answer
D) Cuts and abrasions

21. Which of the following can lead to chemical-related incidents in a swimming pool ?
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A) Properly maintaining chlorine levels

B) Regularly testing the pool water
C) Mixing different pool chemicals together
D) Having a clear emergency response plan
Correct answer
C) Mixing different pool chemicals together

22. What is the most effective method for drowning prevention ?
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A) Teaching swimming skills to everyone
B) Providing supervision and constant vigilance around water

C) Encouraging children to play unsupervised near water to build confidence
D) Placing warning signs around bodies of water

23. What is the primary cause of drowning accidents ?
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A) Lack of swimming skills

B) Excessive alcohol consumption
C) Natural disasters
D) Negligence
Correct answer
D) Negligence

24. How can you recognize someone who may be drowning ?
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A) They are shouting for help and waving their arms frantically

B) They are swimming confidently and making big splashes
C) They are floating calmly on the water’s surface
D) They are bobbing up and down and appear to be gasping for air
Correct answer
D) They are bobbing up and down and appear to be gasping for air

25. Which of the following is a key aspect of water safety education for children ?
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A) Teaching them to hold their breath for as long as possible
B) Encouraging them to swim alone to build confidence
C) Instructing them on how to perform complicated water tricks
D) Educating them on the dangers of swimming without supervision
Correct answer
D) Educating them on the dangers of swimming without supervision

26. Which body of water is most likely to have dangerous rip currents that can lead to drowning incidents ?
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A) Lakes
B) Rivers
C) Oceans
D) Ponds
Correct answer
C) Oceans

27. Alcohol consumption is safe while boating or swimming.
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Yes
No
Correct answer
No

28. It’s okay to dive into a pool without knowing its depth.
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Yes
No
Correct answer
No

29. Drowning is always accompanied by loud splashing and cries for help.
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Yes
No
Correct answer
No

30. It is safe to leave a child unattended in a bathtub with water.
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Yes
No